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Best Ellis County Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private high schools serving 749 students in Ellis County, TX.
The top ranked private high school in Ellis County, TX is Ovilla Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 92%, which is higher than the Texas private high school average acceptance rate of 83%.
100% of private high schools in Ellis County, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Top Ranked Ellis County Private High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Ovilla Christian School
Ovilla Christian School Photo - The OCS Lady Eagles volleyball team won the TAPPS 2A State Championship in 2023, making this the 5th state title for volleyball in the school's history.
(Christian)
3251 Ovilla Rd
Red Oak, TX 75154
(972) 617-1177
Grades: NS-12
| 462 students
Mercy Preparatory Academy
Mercy Preparatory Academy Photo
(Christian)
(3)
108 Center Street
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(469) 505-8377
Grades: PK-12
| 144 students
Waxahachie Preparatory Academy
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Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(3)
1000 Butcher Road
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 937-0440
Grades: K-12
| 143 students
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Ellis County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
701 S Paris Street
Ennis, TX 75119
(972) 878-5411
Grades: K-12
| 207 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Ellis County, TX?
The top ranked private high schools in Ellis County, TX is Ovilla Christian School.
How many private high schools are located in Ellis County?
3 private high schools are located in Ellis County.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Ellis County?
100% of private high schools in Ellis County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Which private high schools in Ellis County are often viewed compared to one another?

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