Listed below are counties with the highest average private school tuition (2025).
The most expensive county for private school tuition is Litchfield County, CT with an average tuition of $57,786.
The least expensive county for private school tuition is Nicollet County, MN with an average tuition of $2,946.
Tuition Range: $6,488
$28,423
Avg. Tuition: $14,959
Average Private School Tuition By County (2025)
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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 ($57,786 average tuition), Franklin, MA ($51,352 average tuition) and New York, NY ($41,788 average tuition).
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