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Best 79902 Texas Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,306 students in 79902, TX (there are 5 public schools, serving 5,016 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in 79902, TX are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
The top ranked private schools in 79902, TX include Trinity-First Weekday School, First Presbyterian School, and Cathedral High School.
The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is lower than the Texas private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 79902, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,306
  • Average Tuition: $6,617
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 81%
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,306
  • Average Tuition: $6,617
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 81%
  • View 79902 Texas School Trends

Top Ranked 79902 Texas Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Cathedral High School
Cathedral High School
Gr: 9-12 | 383 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
All-boys (Catholic)
1309 N Stanton St
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 532-3238
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First Presbyterian School
Gr: NS-8 | 288 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Christian
1340 Murchison Drive
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 532-6157
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Map of St. Clement's Parish School
St. Clement's Parish School
Gr: NS-8
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
600 Montana Avenue
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 533-4248
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Trinity-First Weekday School
Gr: NS-K | 110 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
801 N. Mesa
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 533-2674
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Map of First Presbyterian Preschool
First Presbyterian Preschool
Gr: PK-K | 218 students
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
1340 Murchison Dr
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 532-6157
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The J Center For Early Learning
Gr: K | 106 students
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
4408 N Stanton St
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 534-1234
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Map of St. Patrick Cathedral School
St. Patrick Cathedral School
Gr: K-8 | 201 students
Catholic
1111 N Stanton St
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 532-4142
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79902, Texas Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Academic Opportunities Academy
Academic Opportunities Academy
Gr: 3-12 | 15 students
Alternative School
817 E Missouri Ave Ste B
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 471-7104
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 79902, TX?
The top ranked private schools in 79902, TX include Trinity-First Weekday School, First Presbyterian School, and Cathedral High School.
How many private schools are located in 79902?
7 private schools are located in 79902.
How diverse are private schools in 79902?
79902 private schools are approximately 81% minority students, which is higher than the Texas private school average of 42%.
What percentage of students in 79902 go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in 79902 are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 79902?
100% of private schools in 79902 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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