How much does private school cost in Little Rock?

Private school in Little Rock averages $6,600/year in 2026 — 47% below the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $5,000/year; independent and prep schools average $13,100/year. Little Rock has approximately 100 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Little Rock for 2026?

Little Rock private school tuition ranges from $3,500 to $10,600/year. The city average is $6,600/year ($550/month). Religious schools run lower at $5,000/year; top independent day schools can reach $10,600+.

How does Little Rock private school cost compare to the national average?

Little Rock private school tuition averages $6,600/year, which is 47% below the national average ($12,350/year). Little Rock 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 Little Rock?

The most affordable private schools in Little Rock are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $5,000/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 Little Rock 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Little Rock?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Little Rock's average of $6,600/year, a household income of $55,000+ 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 Little Rock average $6,600/year. 47% below national avg. Religious schools run $5,000/year; independent schools average $13,100/year.

City Average

$6,600

per year

Monthly Est.

$550

per month

Private Schools

100

in Little Rock

vs National

-$5,750

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Little Rock (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$5,600/yr

~$466/mo

Middle School (6–8)

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

$6,600/yr

~$550/mo

High School (9–12)

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

$7,900/yr

~$658/mo

Tuition by School Type in Little Rock

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

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

$5,000/yr

-38% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$13,100/yr

-48% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$6,600/yr

-47% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Little Rock

Starting From

$3,500

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$6,600

Typical school

Top End

$10,600+

Elite prep schools

Most Little Rock private schools fall between $3,500 and $10,600/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Little Rock: 2026 Tuition Data

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

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
Pulaski Academy (Little Rock)	$11,800	Independent	PK–12
Mount St. Mary Academy	$11,200	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.