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Arkansas Private Schools By Tuition Cost

The average private school tuition in Arkansas is $9,358 per year (2026-27).

The private elementary school average tuition cost is $9,051 per year and the private high school average is $8,852 per year.

The private school with the lowest tuition cost is Shiloh Christian School, with a tuition of $1,010.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# AR Schools Ranked: 57
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,010–$5,278
AR School Avg.: $9,358
National School Avg.: $12,181

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# AR Schools Ranked: 57
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,010–$5,278
AR School Avg.: $9,358
National School Avg.: $12,181

Arkansas Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

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Year	Arkansas (AR) avg
2025	$10,250
2024	$6,303
2023	$6,056
2022	$6,158
2021	$6,089
2020	$5,930
2019	$5,897
2018	$5,648
2017	$5,607
2016	$5,319
2015	$5,473

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Tuition Cost Range: $1,010 $8,000 Avg. Tuition Cost: $5,165

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Arkansas average private schools tuition?

The Arkansas average private schools tuition is $9,358 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with the lowest tuition cost in Arkansas?

The top ranked private schools in Arkansas include Shiloh Christian School, St. Mary's Catholic School & Preschool and Columbia Christian School.

What is private high school and private elementary school with lowest tuition cost in Arkansas?

The private high school with lowest tuition cost in Arkansas is Shiloh Christian School, with a tuition of $1010. The private elementary school with lowest tuition cost is Shiloh Christian School, with a tuition of $1010.

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