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Minnesota Private Schools By Tuition Cost

The average private school tuition in Minnesota is $10,320 per year (2026-27).

The private elementary school average tuition cost is $8,979 per year and the private high school average is $14,812 per year.

The private school with the lowest tuition cost is Summit School, with a tuition of $1,090.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# MN Schools Ranked: 259
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,090–$2,340
MN School Avg.: $8,954
National School Avg.: $12,181

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# MN Schools Ranked: 259
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,090–$2,340
MN School Avg.: $8,954
National School Avg.: $12,181

Minnesota Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

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Year	Minnesota (MN) avg
2025	$10,222
2024	$8,433
2023	$7,467
2022	$7,514
2021	$7,036
2020	$6,838
2019	$6,749
2018	$6,628
2017	$6,739
2016	$6,493
2015	$6,273

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Show school map — Minnesota (tuition range: $1,090–$2,340, avg $8,954)

Tuition Cost Range: $1,090 $2,902 Avg. Tuition Cost: $2,078

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Minnesota average private schools tuition?

The Minnesota average private schools tuition is $10,320 for 2026-27.

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

The top ranked private schools in Minnesota include Summit School, Rockford KinderCare and Holy Cross School.

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

The private high school with lowest tuition cost in Minnesota is Excel High School, with a tuition of $1490. The private elementary school with lowest tuition cost is Holy Cross School, with a tuition of $1250.

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