Listed below are towns with the highest average private school tuition (2025-26).
The most expensive town for private school tuition is New York, NY with an average tuition of $42,766.
The least expensive town for private school tuition is Lima, OH with an average tuition of $3,178.
Tuition Range: $6,367
$28,253
Avg. Tuition: $14,999
Average Private School Tuition By Town (2025-26)
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Average Tuition
High Schools
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Frequently Asked Questions
What towns have the private schools with the highest tuition?
The towns with the highest tuition are New York, NY ($42,766 average tuition), Brookline, MA ($42,698 average tuition) and Burlingame, CA ($40,002 average tuition).
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