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Ohio Private Preschools By Tuition Cost

Name: Ohio Average Tuition Cost Trends (Pre-K)
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The average private preschool tuition in Ohio is $8,306 per year (2026-27).

The private preschool with the lowest tuition is Lewis Little Folks, with a tuition of $1,045.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# OH Schools Ranked: 248
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,045–$2,975
OH School Avg.: $8,306
National School Avg.: $9,646

Quick Facts (26-27)

# OH Schools Ranked: 248
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,045–$2,975
OH School Avg.: $8,306
National School Avg.: $9,646

Ohio Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: +25.9% (+$2,235 since 2016)

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Year	National avg	Ohio (OH) avg	YoY Change ($)	YoY Change (%)
2025	$12,988	$10,865	▲ +$158	▲ +1.5%
2024	$12,643	$10,707	▲ +$490	▲ +4.8%
2023	$12,143	$10,217	▲ +$321	▲ +3.2%
2022	$11,665	$9,896	▲ +$199	▲ +2.1%
2021	$11,446	$9,697	▲ +$303	▲ +3.2%
2020	$11,205	$9,394	▲ +$169	▲ +1.8%
2019	$11,020	$9,225	▲ +$250	▲ +2.8%
2018	$10,760	$8,975	▲ +$65	▲ +0.7%
2017	$10,507	$8,910	▲ +$280	▲ +3.2%
2016	$10,136	$8,630	▼ -$165	▼ -1.9%
2015	$9,809	$8,795	—	—

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — Ohio (tuition range: $1,045–$2,975, avg $8,306)

Tuition Cost Range: $1,045 $3,750 Avg. Tuition Cost: $2,577

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ohio average private preschools tuition?

The Ohio average private preschools tuition is $8,791 for 2026-27.

What are the private preschools with the lowest tuition cost in Ohio?

The top ranked private preschools in Ohio include Lewis Little Folks, Smoky Row Childrens Center and Pilgrim Christian School.

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