Listed below are counties with the highest average private school tuition (2026).
The most expensive county for private school tuition is Litchfield County, CT with an average tuition of $56,730.
The least expensive county for private school tuition is Nicollet County, MN with an average tuition of $2,950.
Tuition Range: $6,448
$28,433
Avg. Tuition: $14,888
Average Private School Tuition By County (2026)
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Average Tuition
High Schools
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Frequently Asked Questions
What counties have the private schools with the highest tuition?
The counties with the highest tuition are Litchfield, CT ($56,730 average tuition), Franklin, MA ($51,352 average tuition) and New York, NY ($42,321 average tuition).
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