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Pennsylvania Private Schools By Tuition Cost

The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $14,954 per year (2026-27).

The private elementary school average tuition cost is $13,047 per year and the private high school average is $19,283 per year.

The private school with the lowest tuition cost is Catalyst Christian School, with a tuition of $1,145.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# PA Schools Ranked: 575
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,145–$2,500
PA School Avg.: $14,978
National School Avg.: $12,181

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# PA Schools Ranked: 575
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,145–$2,500
PA School Avg.: $14,978
National School Avg.: $12,181

Pennsylvania Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

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Year	Pennsylvania (PA) avg
2025	$14,956
2024	$12,587
2023	$12,103
2022	$11,906
2021	$11,950
2020	$11,607
2019	$11,350
2018	$11,328
2017	$11,058
2016	$10,235
2015	$9,938

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Show school map — Pennsylvania (tuition range: $1,145–$2,500, avg $14,978)

Tuition Cost Range: $1,145 $2,950 Avg. Tuition Cost: $2,256

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pennsylvania average private schools tuition?

The Pennsylvania average private schools tuition is $14,954 for 2026-27.

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

The top ranked private schools in Pennsylvania include Catalyst Christian School, Faith Country Chapel Preschool & Kindergarten and Chinatown Learning Center.

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

The private high school with lowest tuition cost in Pennsylvania is Catalyst Christian School, with a tuition of $1145. The private elementary school with lowest tuition cost is Catalyst Christian School, with a tuition of $1145.

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