Waxahachie Preparatory Academy Photo - Race 4 Education

Best Waxahachie Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 602 students in Waxahachie, TX (there are 20 public schools, serving 11,054 public students). 5% of all K-12 students in Waxahachie, TX are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
The average acceptance rate is 91%, which is higher than the Texas private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
80% of private schools in Waxahachie, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Private Schools in Waxahachie, TX (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Childrens Montessori Center
Montessori School
214 Dunn St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 937-6910
Gr: PK-K | 53 students
First Christian Day School
(Disciples of Christ)
(1)
1109 Brown St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 937-1952
Gr: PK-8 | 111 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mercy Preparatory Academy
Mercy Preparatory Academy Photo
(Christian)
(7)
108 Center Street
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(469) 505-8377
Gr: PK-12 | 167 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph Catholic School
(Catholic)
(1)
506 E Marvin Ave
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 937-0956
Gr: PK-8 | 128 students
Waxahachie Preparatory Academy
Waxahachie Preparatory Academy Photo - Race 4 Education
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(4)
1116 Brown St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 937-0440
Gr: K-12 | 143 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in Waxahachie, TX?
5 private schools are located in Waxahachie, TX.
How diverse are private schools in Waxahachie?
Waxahachie private schools are approximately 19% minority students, which is lower than the Texas private school average of 41%.
What percentage of students in Waxahachie go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in Waxahachie are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Waxahachie?
80% of private schools in Waxahachie are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private schools in Waxahachie are often viewed compared to one another?

Recent Articles

Free Private Schools & Voucher Programs in 2025
Free Private Schools & Voucher Programs in 2025
Updated guide to free private schools and school voucher programs, 2025 policies, costs, equity issues, and how families access tuition support.
Social Emotional Learning 2025: Policy, Practice and Outcomes
Social Emotional Learning 2025: Policy, Practice and Outcomes
Updated 2025 review of social emotional learning in schools, research outcomes, key trends, challenges and future paths for parents and educators.
Private School Admissions for Siblings: Costs and Timing
Private School Admissions for Siblings: Costs and Timing
Learn how private school admissions for siblings affect costs, discounts, and timing strategies for families planning multiple enrollments.