How much does private school cost in Garland?

Private school in Garland averages $11,700/year in 2026 — 5% below the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $8,000/year; independent and prep schools average $24,700/year. Garland has approximately 85 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Garland for 2026?

Garland private school tuition ranges from $6,300 to $19,600/year. The city average is $11,700/year ($975/month). Religious schools run lower at $8,000/year; top independent day schools can reach $19,600+.

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

Garland private school tuition averages $11,700/year, which is 5% below the national average ($12,350/year). Garland 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 Garland?

The most affordable private schools in Garland are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $8,000/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 Garland 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Garland?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Garland's average of $11,700/year, a household income of $98,000+ 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 Garland average $11,700/year. 5% below national avg. Religious schools run $8,000/year; independent schools average $24,700/year.

City Average

$11,700

per year

Monthly Est.

$975

per month

Private Schools

in Garland

vs National

-$650

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Garland (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$9,900/yr

~$825/mo

Middle School (6–8)

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

$11,700/yr

~$975/mo

High School (9–12)

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

$14,000/yr

~$1,166/mo

Tuition by School Type in Garland

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

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

$8,000/yr

+0% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$24,700/yr

-1% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$11,700/yr

-5% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Garland

Starting From

$6,300

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$11,700

Typical school

Top End

$19,600+

Elite prep schools

Most Garland private schools fall between $6,300 and $19,600/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Garland: 2026 Tuition Data

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

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
Lakeview Centennial Christian School	$9,200–$11,400	Christian	K–12
Prince of Peace Catholic School	$8,800–$10,600	Catholic	K–8

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