How much does private school cost in Meridian?

Private school in Meridian averages $7,800/year in 2026 — 37% below the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $5,300/year; independent and prep schools average $15,100/year. Meridian has approximately 65 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Meridian for 2026?

Meridian private school tuition ranges from $4,100 to $12,400/year. The city average is $7,800/year ($650/month). Religious schools run lower at $5,300/year; top independent day schools can reach $12,400+.

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

Meridian private school tuition averages $7,800/year, which is 37% below the national average ($12,350/year). Meridian 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 Meridian?

The most affordable private schools in Meridian are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $5,300/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 Meridian 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Meridian?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Meridian's average of $7,800/year, a household income of $65,000+ 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 Meridian average $7,800/year. 37% below national avg. Religious schools run $5,300/year; independent schools average $15,100/year.

City Average

$7,800

per year

Monthly Est.

$650

per month

Private Schools

in Meridian

vs National

-$4,550

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Meridian (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$6,600/yr

~$550/mo

Middle School (6–8)

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

$7,800/yr

~$650/mo

High School (9–12)

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

$9,400/yr

~$783/mo

Tuition by School Type in Meridian

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

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

$5,300/yr

-34% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$15,100/yr

-40% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$7,800/yr

-37% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Meridian

Starting From

$4,100

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$7,800

Typical school

Top End

$12,400+

Elite prep schools

Most Meridian private schools fall between $4,100 and $12,400/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Meridian: 2026 Tuition Data

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

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
Nampa Christian Schools	$9,200–$11,400	Christian	K–12
Victory Charter School (Meridian)	$8,400–$10,400	Independent	K–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.