How much does private school cost in Plano?

Private school in Plano averages $12,800/year in 2026 — 4% above the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $8,700/year; independent and prep schools average $27,100/year. Plano has approximately 155 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Plano for 2026?

Plano private school tuition ranges from $6,900 to $21,500/year. The city average is $12,800/year ($1,067/month). Religious schools run lower at $8,700/year; top independent day schools can reach $21,500+.

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

Plano private school tuition averages $12,800/year, which is 4% above the national average ($12,350/year). Plano 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 Plano?

The most affordable private schools in Plano are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $8,700/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 Plano 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Plano?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Plano's average of $12,800/year, a household income of $107,000+ 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 Plano average $12,800/year. 4% above national avg. Religious schools run $8,700/year; independent schools average $27,100/year.

City Average

$12,800

per year

Monthly Est.

$1,067

per month

Private Schools

155

in Plano

vs National

+$450

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Plano (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$10,900/yr

~$908/mo

Middle School (6–8)

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

$12,800/yr

~$1,066/mo

High School (9–12)

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

$15,400/yr

~$1,283/mo

Tuition by School Type in Plano

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

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

$8,700/yr

+9% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$27,100/yr

+8% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$12,800/yr

+4% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Plano

Starting From

$6,900

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$12,800

Typical school

Top End

$21,500+

Elite prep schools

Most Plano private schools fall between $6,900 and $21,500/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Plano: 2026 Tuition Data

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

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
Prestonwood Christian Academy	$18,200	Christian	PK–12
Parish Episcopal School (Plano)	$24,800	Independent	PK–12
St. Mark the Evangelist School	$9,200–$11,400	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.