How much does private school cost in Lee's Summit?

Private school in Lee's Summit averages $8,600/year in 2026 — 30% below the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $6,100/year; independent and prep schools average $20,100/year. Lee's Summit has approximately 70 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Lee's Summit for 2026?

Lee's Summit private school tuition ranges from $4,700 to $14,200/year. The city average is $8,600/year ($717/month). Religious schools run lower at $6,100/year; top independent day schools can reach $14,200+.

How does Lee's Summit private school cost compare to the national average?

Lee's Summit private school tuition averages $8,600/year, which is 30% below the national average ($12,350/year). Lee's Summit is more affordable than the national average for private school, with a higher share of parish-subsidized religious schools.

What are the most affordable private schools in Lee's Summit?

The most affordable private schools in Lee's Summit are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $6,100/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 Lee's Summit 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Lee's Summit?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Lee's Summit's average of $8,600/year, a household income of $72,000+ 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 Lee's Summit average $8,600/year. 30% below national avg. Religious schools run $6,100/year; independent schools average $20,100/year.

City Average

$8,600

per year

Monthly Est.

$717

per month

Private Schools

in Lee's Summit

vs National

-$3,750

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Lee's Summit (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$7,300/yr

~$608/mo

Middle School (6–8)

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

$8,600/yr

~$716/mo

High School (9–12)

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

$10,300/yr

~$858/mo

Tuition by School Type in Lee's Summit

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

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

$6,100/yr

-24% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$20,100/yr

-20% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$8,600/yr

-30% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Lee's Summit

Starting From

$4,700

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$8,600

Typical school

Top End

$14,200+

Elite prep schools

Most Lee's Summit private schools fall between $4,700 and $14,200/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Lee's Summit: 2026 Tuition Data

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

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
Summit Christian Academy (Lee's Summit)	$9,800–$12,400	Christian	K–12
Holy Spirit Catholic School (LSummit)	$8,400–$10,400	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.