How much does private school cost in Allentown?

Private school in Allentown averages $13,000/year in 2026 — 5% above the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $8,300/year; independent and prep schools average $30,200/year. Allentown has approximately 100 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Allentown for 2026?

Allentown private school tuition ranges from $7,100 to $22,100/year. The city average is $13,000/year ($1,083/month). Religious schools run lower at $8,300/year; top independent day schools can reach $22,100+.

How does Allentown private school cost compare to the national average?

Allentown private school tuition averages $13,000/year, which is 5% above the national average ($12,350/year). Allentown sits close to the national average, with a mix of religious and independent schools across a wide price range.

What are the most affordable private schools in Allentown?

The most affordable private schools in Allentown are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $8,300/year. Parish-subsidized Catholic schools often run $6,000–$12,000/year — the lowest-cost private option in most metro areas. Families with financial need can apply for aid; about 27% of private school students nationally receive need-based grants averaging 48% of tuition.

Private School Cost in Allentown 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Allentown?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Allentown's average of $13,000/year, a household income of $108,000+ is generally needed without financial strain. Need-based aid and merit scholarships are available at most schools — always ask the admissions office.

Private schools in Allentown average $13,000/year. 5% above national avg. Religious schools run $8,300/year; independent schools average $30,200/year.

City Average

$13,000

per year

Monthly Est.

$1,083

per month

Private Schools

100

in Allentown

vs National

+$650

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Allentown (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$11,100/yr

~$925/mo

Middle School (6–8)

Near the city average — most K–8 schools report blended rates.

$13,000/yr

~$1,083/mo

High School (9–12)

Prep school premium; college counseling and athletics raise the cost.

$15,600/yr

~$1,300/mo

Tuition by School Type in Allentown

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

Catholic, Christian, Jewish, and other faith-based schools.

$8,300/yr

+4% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$30,200/yr

+21% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$13,000/yr

+5% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Allentown

Starting From

$7,100

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$13,000

Typical school

Top End

$22,100+

Elite prep schools

Most Allentown private schools fall between $7,100 and $22,100/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Allentown: 2026 Tuition Data

Representative schools — tuition figures from school websites and NCES. Verify with each school before applying.

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
Lehigh Valley Academy (Allentown)	$10,800–$13,400	Independent	K–12
Central Catholic High School (Allentown)	$14,400	Catholic	9–12

Tuition data sourced from school websites (2025–26 academic year). Financial aid can reduce the net cost substantially — ask each school about aid availability.