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New York Private Schools By Tuition Cost

The average private school tuition in New York is $22,460 per year (2026-27).

The private elementary school average tuition cost is $22,528 per year and the private high school average is $27,001 per year.

The private school with the lowest tuition cost is Little Lotus Academy, with a tuition of $1,100.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# NY Schools Ranked: 580
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,100–$2,800
NY School Avg.: $21,668
National School Avg.: $12,181

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# NY Schools Ranked: 580
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,100–$2,800
NY School Avg.: $21,668
National School Avg.: $12,181

New York Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

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Year	New York (NY) avg
2025	$22,300
2024	$21,636
2023	$21,117
2022	$19,707
2021	$19,162
2020	$18,832
2019	$18,073
2018	$17,784
2017	$16,583
2016	$14,881
2015	$14,120

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Tuition Cost Range: $1,100 $3,350 Avg. Tuition Cost: $2,566

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New York average private schools tuition?

The New York average private schools tuition is $22,460 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with the lowest tuition cost in New York?

The top ranked private schools in New York include Little Lotus Academy, Seed Day Care Center (The) and Abc Preschool & Kindergarten Center.

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

The private high school with lowest tuition cost in New York is Columbia Christian Academy, with a tuition of $1500. The private elementary school with lowest tuition cost is Little Lotus Academy, with a tuition of $1100.

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