For the 2024 school year, there are 1,238 private schools serving 221,756 students in Ohio (there are 3,655 public schools, serving 1,684,541 students). 12% of all K-12 students in Ohio are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $7,445 for elementary schools and $10,832 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Ohio include Hathaway Brown School, St. Xavier High School and Cincinnati Country Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 89% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 24% and the student:teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Ohio Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular neighborhoods: Northland (9 schools), Kamms Corners (6 schools), Far Northwest (6 schools), East Walnut HIlls (5 schools), Madisonville (5 schools).
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Ohio?
The best top ranked private schools in Ohio include Hathaway Brown School, St. Xavier High School and Cincinnati Country Day School.
How many private schools are located in Ohio?
1,238 private schools are located in Ohio.
How much do private schools cost in Ohio?
The average private school tuition in Ohio is $7,445 for elementary schools and $10,832 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Ohio?
Ohio private schools are approximately 24% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Ohio go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Ohio are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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