Top 10 Best Dayton Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 52 private schools serving 10,224 students in Dayton, OH (there are 134 public schools, serving 62,936 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in Dayton, OH are educated in private schools (compared to the OH state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in Dayton, OH include Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School, The Miami Valley School and Holy Angels Elementary School.
The average tuition cost is $8,635, which is higher than the Ohio private school average tuition cost of $7,982.
52% of private schools in Dayton, OH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Dayton Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
The Miami Valley School
The Miami Valley School Photo - Founded in 1964, The Miami Valley School is the Dayton area's premier Pre-K through 12th grade school, ranking #1 in the Dayton area for Private High School, Overall High School, STEM Programs, Best Teachers, and College Preparation.
(2)
5151 Denise Dr
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 434-4444
Grades: NS-12
| 478 students
Archbishop Alter High School
(Catholic)
940 E David Rd
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 434-4434
Grades: 9-12
| 514 students
Carroll High School
Carroll High School Photo - Welcome to Carroll High School!
(Catholic)
4524 Linden Ave
Dayton, OH 45432
(937) 253-8188
Grades: 9-12
| 709 students
505 S Ludlow St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 461-3740
Grades: 9-12
| 677 students
East Dayton Christian School
(Christian)
999 Spinning Road
Dayton, OH 45431
(937) 252-5400
Grades: PK-12
| 430 students
Hillel Academy Of Greater Dayton
(Jewish)
305 Sugar Camp Cir
Dayton, OH 45409
(937) 277-8966
Grades: K-6
| 45 students
Holy Angels Elementary School
Holy Angels Elementary School Photo - Preschoolers enjoy some time outside
(Catholic)
223 L Street
Dayton, OH 45409
(937) 229-5959
Grades: PK-8
| 361 students
Immaculate Conception School
(Catholic)
2268 S Smithville Rd
Dayton, OH 45420
(937) 253-8851
Grades: PK-8
| 279 students
Incarnation Catholic School
(Catholic)
45 Williamsburg Ln
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 433-1051
Grades: PK-8
| 885 students
Mini University-Wright State University
Daycare / Preschool
3640 Colonel Glenn Highway
Dayton, OH 45435
(937) 775-4070
Grades: NS
| 111 students
St. Albert The Great Catholic School
(Catholic)
104 W Dorothy Ln
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 293-9452
Grades: PK-8
| 333 students
138 Gramont Ave
Dayton, OH 45417
(937) 268-6391
Grades: PK-8
| 211 students
St. Charles Borromeo School
St. Charles Borromeo School Photo - Set in a neighborhood in Kettering, St Charles is a school filled caring leaders and compassionate educators. We are a family!
(Catholic)
4600 Ackerman Blvd
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 434-4933
Grades: NS-8
| 541 students
St. Helen Catholic Elementary School
St. Helen Catholic Elementary School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
5086 Burkhardt Road
Dayton, OH 45431
(937) 256-1761
Grades: PK-8
| 422 students
St. Luke Catholic Continuation School
(Catholic)
(1)
1442 N Fairfield Rd
Dayton, OH 45432
(937) 426-1733
Grades: PK-8
| 379 students
St. Peter Continuation School
(Catholic)
6185 Chambersburg Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 233-8710
Grades: PK-8
| 612 students
Spring Valley Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1461 E Spring Valley Rd
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 433-0790
Grades: PK-12
| 420 students
Alexandria Montessori
Montessori School
175 East Franklin Street
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 435-5392
Grades: PK-6
| 39 students
Ascension School
(Catholic)
2001 Woodman Dr
Dayton, OH 45420
(937) 254-5411
Grades: K-8
| 293 students
Beavercreek Christian Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Church of the Nazarene)
1850 N Fairfield Rd
Dayton, OH 45432
(937) 426-0079
Grades: PK-K
| 88 students
Bethel Baptist School
(Baptist)
(1)
434 Wilson Park Drive
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-4713
Grades: K-12
| 49 students
Bright Beginnings Continuation School
Daycare / Preschool
2973 Lantz Rd
Dayton, OH 45434
(937) 426-6222
Grades: K
| 16 students
Burkhardt Road KinderCare
Burkhardt Road KinderCare Photo - Burkhardt Road KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
5387 Burkhardt Rd.
Dayton, OH 45431
(937) 253-6907
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Centerville KinderCare
Centerville KinderCare Photo - Centerville KinderCare Front
Daycare / Preschool
1074 Governors Square Dr
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 435-1231
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Chess Christian School
(Christian)
208 Nutt Rd
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 343-1130
Grades: PK-12
| 202 students
Creative Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Assembly of God)
3489 Little York Rd
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 898-8689
Grades: PK-K
| 85 students
Creative World Of Montessori Beavercreek
Montessori School
1481 N Fairfield Rd
Dayton, OH 45432
(937) 426-2907
Grades: PK-3
| 65 students
Dayton Islamic School
Daycare / Preschool (Islamic)
(2)
3662 E Patterson Road
Dayton, OH 45430
(937) 429-9477
Grades: PK-K
| 42 students
Dayton Montessori Society
Montessori School
16 E Elmwood Dr
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 435-4572
Grades: PK-6
| 42 students
Dominion Academy
Dominion Academy Photo
(Christian)
925 N Main St
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 224-8555
Grades: K-12
| 94 students
East Social Row KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
33 E Social Row Rd
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 350-5640
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Effica School Of Montessori
Montessori School
71 Marco Ln
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 436-1112
Grades: NS-K
| 25 students
Evergreen Children's Center Inc
Evergreen Children's Center Inc Photo - evergreen entrance
Daycare / Preschool
2659 Dayton Xenia Road
Dayton, OH 45434
(937) 426-6674
Grades: NS-K
| 125 students
First School
First School Photo - First School is an early learning center for preschool and Kindergarten children, ages 2-1/2 -6, conceived and built to promote the maximum development and education of each child within the scope of his interests and capabilities.
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
7659 McEwen Road
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 433-3455
Grades: PK-K
| 134 students
Gloria Dei Montessori School
Gloria Dei Montessori School Photo
Montessori School
615 Shiloh Drive
Dayton, OH 45415
(916) 274-7195
Grades: PK-8
| 91 students
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Dayton, Ohio Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
3805 Kings Highway
Dayton, OH 45406
(937) 275-8114
Grades: K-8
| 134 students
121 S Monmouth Street
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 253-4859
Grades: K-8
| 160 students
200 Homewood Ave
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 228-3091
Grades: K-9
| 272 students
545 Odlin Ave
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 278-5483
Grades: K-8
| 170 students
4128 Cedar Ridge Road
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 274-5592
Grades: K-8
| 168 students
3500 Kettering Blvd
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 293-3400
Grades: PK-8
| 123 students
18
Dayton, OH 45410
Grades: K-8
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Dayton, OH?
The top ranked private schools in Dayton, OH include Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School, The Miami Valley School and Holy Angels Elementary School.
How many private schools are located in Dayton, OH?
52 private schools are located in Dayton, OH.
How much do private schools cost in Dayton, OH?
The average tuition cost is $8,635, which is higher than the Ohio private school average tuition cost of $7,982.
How diverse are private schools in Dayton, OH?
Dayton, OH private schools are approximately 30% minority students, which is higher than the Ohio private school average of 24%.
What percentage of students in Dayton, OH go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in Dayton, OH are educated in private schools (compared to the OH state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Dayton, OH?
52% of private schools in Dayton, OH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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