How much does private school cost in Mesa?

Private school in Mesa averages $9,400/year in 2026 — 24% below the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $7,000/year; independent and prep schools average $18,000/year. Mesa has approximately 165 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Mesa for 2026?

Mesa private school tuition ranges from $5,500 to $14,400/year. The city average is $9,400/year ($783/month). Religious schools run lower at $7,000/year; top independent day schools can reach $14,400+.

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

Mesa private school tuition averages $9,400/year, which is 24% below the national average ($12,350/year). Mesa 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 Mesa?

The most affordable private schools in Mesa are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $7,000/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 Mesa 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Mesa?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Mesa's average of $9,400/year, a household income of $78,000+ 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 Mesa average $9,400/year. 24% below national avg. Religious schools run $7,000/year; independent schools average $18,000/year.

City Average

$9,400

per year

Monthly Est.

$783

per month

Private Schools

165

in Mesa

vs National

-$2,950

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Mesa (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$8,000/yr

~$666/mo

Middle School (6–8)

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

$9,400/yr

~$783/mo

High School (9–12)

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

$11,300/yr

~$941/mo

Tuition by School Type in Mesa

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

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

$7,000/yr

-13% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$18,000/yr

-28% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$9,400/yr

-24% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Mesa

Starting From

$5,500

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$9,400

Typical school

Top End

$14,400+

Elite prep schools

Most Mesa private schools fall between $5,500 and $14,400/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Mesa: 2026 Tuition Data

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

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
Gilbert Christian Schools	$9,800–$12,400	Christian	K–12
Mesa Christian School	$8,600–$10,800	Christian	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.