How much does private school cost in Irving?

Private school in Irving averages $12,000/year in 2026 — 3% below the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $8,200/year; independent and prep schools average $25,400/year. Irving has approximately 100 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Irving for 2026?

Irving private school tuition ranges from $6,500 to $20,200/year. The city average is $12,000/year ($1,000/month). Religious schools run lower at $8,200/year; top independent day schools can reach $20,200+.

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

Irving private school tuition averages $12,000/year, which is 3% below the national average ($12,350/year). Irving 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 Irving?

The most affordable private schools in Irving are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $8,200/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 Irving 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Irving?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Irving's average of $12,000/year, a household income of $100,000+ 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 Irving average $12,000/year. 3% below national avg. Religious schools run $8,200/year; independent schools average $25,400/year.

City Average

$12,000

per year

Monthly Est.

$1,000

per month

Private Schools

100

in Irving

vs National

-$350

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Irving (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$10,200/yr

~$850/mo

Middle School (6–8)

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

$12,000/yr

~$1,000/mo

High School (9–12)

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

$14,400/yr

~$1,200/mo

Tuition by School Type in Irving

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

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

$8,200/yr

+3% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$25,400/yr

+2% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$12,000/yr

-3% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Irving

Starting From

$6,500

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$12,000

Typical school

Top End

$20,200+

Elite prep schools

Most Irving private schools fall between $6,500 and $20,200/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Irving: 2026 Tuition Data

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

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
Heritage Christian Academy (Irving)	$9,600–$12,200	Christian	PK–12
Cistercian Preparatory School	$24,200	Independent (Catholic)	5–12

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