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Nebraska Private Schools By Tuition Cost

The average private school tuition in Nebraska is $7,724 per year (2026-27).

The private elementary school average tuition cost is $6,916 per year and the private high school average is $10,894 per year.

The private school with the lowest tuition cost is Emmanuel-Faith Lutheran School, with a tuition of $1,170.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# NE Schools Ranked: 81
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,170–$3,020
NE School Avg.: $7,724
National School Avg.: $12,181

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# NE Schools Ranked: 81
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,170–$3,020
NE School Avg.: $7,724
National School Avg.: $12,181

Nebraska Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

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Year	Nebraska (NE) avg
2025	$8,078
2024	$4,884
2023	$4,861
2022	$4,239
2021	$3,977
2020	$3,664
2019	$3,577
2018	$3,071
2017	$3,155
2016	$3,600
2015	$3,736

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Show school map — Nebraska (tuition range: $1,170–$3,020, avg $7,724)

Tuition Cost Range: $1,170 $4,000 Avg. Tuition Cost: $2,786

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Nebraska average private schools tuition?

The Nebraska average private schools tuition is $7,724 for 2026-27.

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

The top ranked private schools in Nebraska include Emmanuel-Faith Lutheran School, Zion Lutheran School and St. Leonard School.

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

The private high school with lowest tuition cost in Nebraska is St. Cecilia Middle Sch/high School, with a tuition of $2300. The private elementary school with lowest tuition cost is Emmanuel-Faith Lutheran School, with a tuition of $1170.

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