Best Denton County Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 64 private schools serving 10,890 students in Denton County, TX (there are 321 public schools, serving 188,902 public students). 5% of all K-12 students are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
The average tuition cost is $17,118, which is higher than the Texas private school average tuition cost of $14,016.
33% of private schools in Denton County, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 64
  • # Students Served: 10,890
  • Average Tuition: $17,118
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 12%
  • Acceptance Rate: 86%
  • Average Class Size: 18 students
  • % Students of Color: 29%
  • View Denton County, TX School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 64
  • # Students Served: 10,890
  • Average Tuition: $17,118
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 12%
  • Acceptance Rate: 86%
  • Average Class Size: 18 students
  • % Students of Color: 29%
  • View Denton County, TX School Trends

Top Ranked Denton County Private Schools (2026-27)

Coram Deo Academy Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 688 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 10
Alternative School (Christian)
4900 Wichita Trail
Flower Mound, TX 75022
(682) 237-0232
(41)
E.A. Young Academy Photo
Gr: K-12 | 92 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 17
Specialized Curriculum
608 Henrietta Creek
Roanoke, TX 76262
(682) 831-1776
(21)
Liberty Christian School Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 1,319 students
Avg. class size: 90 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 25
Christian
1301 S. Highway 377
Argyle, TX 76226
(940) 294-2000
(18)
Milestones Academy of Texas Photo
Gr: NS-K
Extracurriculars: 1
Daycare / Preschool
1740 FM 544 (Parker Rd)
Lewisville, TX 75056
(469) 962-6886
(3)
Prince Of Peace Christian School Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 839 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 14
Christian
4004 Midway Rd
Carrollton, TX 75007
(972) 447-0532
(2)
Xplor - Corinth Photo
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
3601 Meadowview Drive
Corinth, TX 76210
(940) 204-6032
Map of Christian Academy Of America
Gr: K-12 | 744 students
Alternative School (Christian)
175 Double Oaks Dr
Lewisville, TX 75077
(972) 539-1458
Creme De La Creme Photo
Gr: PK-K | 310 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
9375 Legacy Dr
Frisco, TX 75033
(972) 464-4242
Denton Calvary Academy Photo
Gr: K-12 | 300 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
2121 Nottingham Drive
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 320-1944
(2)
Map of Frisco Montessori Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Montessori School
8890 Meadow Hill Dr
Frisco, TX 75033
(972) 712-7400
Map of Lakeland Christian Academy
Gr: PK-9 | 258 students
Baptist
397 S Stemmons Fwy
Lewisville, TX 75067
(972) 219-3939
(9)
Legacy Christian Academy Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 1,146 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 16
Christian
5000 Academy Drive
Frisco, TX 75034
(469) 633-1330
(11)
Montessori Episcopal School Photo
Gr: NS-K | 80 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Montessori School (Episcopal)
602 N Old Orchard Ln
Lewisville, TX 75077
(972) 221-3533
Primrose School Of Wellington Photo
Gr: PK-K | 180 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2
Daycare / Preschool
3708 Flower Mound Rd
Flower Mound, TX 75022
(972) 691-9595
(3)
St. Philip's Academy Photo
Gr: K-4 | 37 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Episcopal
6400 Stonebrook Pkwy
Frisco, TX 75034
(214) 387-4700
(10)
Selwyn School Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 141 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 15
2270 Copper Canyon Road
Argyle, TX 76226
(940) 382-6771
(2)
Map of Starwood Academy of Frisco
Gr: NS-8 | 352 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Montessori School
3443 Lebanon Rd.
Frisco, TX 75034
(972) 885-8585
Map of Wisdom Montessori Academy
Gr: NS-3
Avg. class size: 10 students
Montessori School
25679 Smotherman Rd
Frisco, TX 75033
(468) 252-4525
Map of Wonderland Montessori of Trophy Club
Gr: NS-6 | 130 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Montessori School
2500 Bobcat Blvd
Roanoke, TX 76262
(817) 567-3021
Alden Montessori School, LLC Photo
Gr: PK-3 | 150 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Montessori School
4010 Justin Rd
Flower Mound, TX 75077
(940) 584-0400
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Denton County Private Schools (Closed)

Explorations Preparatory School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 82 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
2160 Edmonds Ln
Lewisville, TX 75067
(972) 539-0601
(4)
Map of First Baptist Carrollton Weekday Preschool
Gr: NS-PK | 90 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1401 Carrollton Parkway
Carrollton, TX 75010
(972) 512-3855
Map of Premier Academy Of Trophy Club
Gr: PK-K | 211 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
915 Trophy Club Dr
Roanoke, TX 76262
(682) 237-7604
Map of Primrose School Of Old Orchard
Gr: NS-K | 29 students
Daycare / Preschool
1253 W Round Grove Rd
Lewisville, TX 75067
(972) 315-9495
Map of Temple Christian Academy
Gr: K-12 | 163 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Baptist
2501 Northshore Blvd.
Flower Mound, TX 75028
(972) 874-8700

Overview

Category
This State (TX)
US
# Schools
67 Schools
# Students
10,890 Students
349,681 Students
% Average Students of Color
29%
42%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
868 Teachers
32,397 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
48%
Average Class Size
18 students
14 students
Average Number of AP Courses
12 courses
12 courses
Average SAT score
1278
(Out of 1600)
1230
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
26

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,118
$14,016
Average Summer Program Cost
$273
$668
Average % on Financial Aid
12%
23%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,481
$5,331
Average Acceptance Rate
86%
83%
Average Endowment Size
$1 million
$25.89 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.60
0.71
# American Indian Students
27 Students
1,094 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
350 Students
20,188 Students
% Asian Students
4%
6%
# Hispanic Students
523 Students
53,687 Students
% Hispanic Students
5%
16%
# Black Students
195 Students
15,735 Students
% Black Students
2%
5%
# White Students
4,787 Students
137,801 Students
% White Students
48%
40%
# Hawaiian Students
4 Students
500 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
4,163 Students
112,721 Students
% of Others Students
41%
33%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
8 sports
8 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Denton County, TX?
The top ranked private schools in Denton County, TX include E.A. Young Academy, Wonderland Montessori of Trophy Club, and Prince Of Peace Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Denton County?
64 private schools are located in Denton County.
How much do private schools cost in Denton County?
The average tuition cost is $17,118, which is higher than the Texas private school average tuition cost of $14,016.
How diverse are private schools in Denton County?
Denton County private schools are approximately 29% minority students, which is lower than the Texas private school average of 42%.
What percentage of students in Denton County go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in Denton County are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Denton County?
33% of private schools in Denton County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).
Which private schools in Denton County are often viewed compared to one another?

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