How much does private school cost in Providence?

Private school in Providence averages $22,000/year in 2026 — 78% above the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $12,400/year; independent and prep schools average $36,000/year. Providence has approximately 100 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Providence for 2026?

Providence private school tuition ranges from $8,000 to $48,000/year. The city average is $22,000/year ($1,833/month). Religious schools run lower at $12,400/year; top independent day schools can reach $48,000+.

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

Providence private school tuition averages $22,000/year, which is 78% above the national average ($12,350/year). Providence is one of the most expensive cities for private school in the US, driven by high concentrations of elite independent and boarding-affiliated day schools.

What are the most affordable private schools in Providence?

The most affordable private schools in Providence are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $12,400/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 Providence 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Providence?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Providence's average of $22,000/year, a household income of $183,000+ 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 Providence average $22,000/year. 78% above national avg. Religious schools run $12,400/year; independent schools average $36,000/year.

City Average

$22,000

per year

Monthly Est.

$1,833

per month

Private Schools

100

in Providence

vs National

+$9,650

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Providence (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$18,000/yr

~$1,500/mo

Middle School (6–8)

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

$22,000/yr

~$1,833/mo

High School (9–12)

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

$27,500/yr

~$2,291/mo

Tuition by School Type in Providence

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

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

$12,400/yr

+55% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$36,000/yr

+44% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$22,000/yr

+78% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Providence

Starting From

$8,000

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$22,000

Typical school

Top End

$48,000+

Elite prep schools

Most Providence private schools fall between $8,000 and $48,000/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Providence: 2026 Tuition Data

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

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
Moses Brown School	$40,800–$43,200	Independent (Quaker)	PK–12
Wheeler School	$38,200–$40,800	Independent	PK–12
Providence Country Day School	$34,800	Independent	6–12
La Salle Academy (Providence)	$14,200	Catholic	9–12
Bishop Hendricken High School	$15,800	Catholic	9–12
Classical High School (Public Exam)	$0	Exam School (Free)	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.