Private School Cost in Denver 2026
Private schools in Denver average $16,400/year. 33% above national avg. Religious schools run $9,800/year; independent schools average $28,500/year.
City Average
$16,400
per year
Monthly Est.
$1,367
per month
Private Schools
210
in Denver
vs National
+$4,050
per year
Private School Tuition by Grade in Denver (2026)
Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials
Elementary School (K–5)
Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.
$13,500/yr
~$1,125/mo
Middle School (6–8)
Near the city average — most K–8 schools report blended rates.
$16,400/yr
~$1,366/mo
High School (9–12)
Prep school premium; college counseling and athletics raise the cost.
$20,200/yr
~$1,683/mo
Tuition by School Type in Denver
Average annual tuition, 2026 data
Religious Schools
Catholic, Christian, Jewish, and other faith-based schools.
$9,800/yr
+23% vs national ($8,000)
Independent Schools
Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.
$28,500/yr
+14% vs national ($25,000)
All Private Schools (Avg)
Blended average across all types.
$16,400/yr
+33% vs national ($12,350)
Tuition Range in Denver
Starting From
$6,200
Parish and religious schools
City Average
$16,400
Typical school
Top End
$38,000+
Elite prep schools
Most Denver private schools fall between $6,200 and $38,000/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.
Private Schools in Denver: 2026 Tuition Data
Representative schools — tuition figures from school websites and NCES. Verify with each school before applying.
| School | Annual Tuition |
|---|---|
| Kent Denver School | $35,200–$37,800 |
| Colorado Academy | $33,800–$36,400 |
| Regis Jesuit High School | $18,800 |
| Mullen High School | $17,400 |
| Denver Christian School | $12,800–$14,600 |
| Cherry Creek School District (Public) | $0 |
Tuition data sourced from school websites (2025–26 academic year). Financial aid can reduce the net cost substantially — ask each school about aid availability.
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