How much does private school cost in Midland?

Private school in Midland averages $11,500/year in 2026 — 7% below the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $7,800/year; independent and prep schools average $24,200/year. Midland has approximately 70 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Midland for 2026?

Midland private school tuition ranges from $6,200 to $19,200/year. The city average is $11,500/year ($958/month). Religious schools run lower at $7,800/year; top independent day schools can reach $19,200+.

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

Midland private school tuition averages $11,500/year, which is 7% below the national average ($12,350/year). Midland 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 Midland?

The most affordable private schools in Midland are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $7,800/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 Midland 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Midland?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Midland's average of $11,500/year, a household income of $96,000+ 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 Midland average $11,500/year. 7% below national avg. Religious schools run $7,800/year; independent schools average $24,200/year.

City Average

$11,500

per year

Monthly Est.

$958

per month

Private Schools

in Midland

vs National

-$850

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Midland (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$9,800/yr

~$816/mo

Middle School (6–8)

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

$11,500/yr

~$958/mo

High School (9–12)

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

$13,800/yr

~$1,150/mo

Tuition by School Type in Midland

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

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

$7,800/yr

-3% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$24,200/yr

-3% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$11,500/yr

-7% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Midland

Starting From

$6,200

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$11,500

Typical school

Top End

$19,200+

Elite prep schools

Most Midland private schools fall between $6,200 and $19,200/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Midland: 2026 Tuition Data

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

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
Trinity School (Midland)	$15,200	Independent	PK–12
Midland Christian School	$12,400–$14,800	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.