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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 Cathedral High School, St. Clement's Parish School, and Trinity-First Weekday School.
The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is same as the Texas private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
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
Avg. class size: 15 students
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 Cathedral High School, St. Clement's Parish School, and Trinity-First Weekday 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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