How much does private school cost in Worcester?

Private school in Worcester averages $23,600/year in 2026 — 91% above the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $12,800/year; independent and prep schools average $48,100/year. Worcester has approximately 130 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Worcester for 2026?

Worcester private school tuition ranges from $13,100 to $40,400/year. The city average is $23,600/year ($1,967/month). Religious schools run lower at $12,800/year; top independent day schools can reach $40,400+.

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

Worcester private school tuition averages $23,600/year, which is 91% above the national average ($12,350/year). Worcester 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 Worcester?

The most affordable private schools in Worcester are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $12,800/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 Worcester 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Worcester?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Worcester's average of $23,600/year, a household income of $197,000+ 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 Worcester average $23,600/year. 91% above national avg. Religious schools run $12,800/year; independent schools average $48,100/year.

City Average

$23,600

per year

Monthly Est.

$1,967

per month

Private Schools

130

in Worcester

vs National

+$11,250

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Worcester (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$20,100/yr

~$1,675/mo

Middle School (6–8)

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

$23,600/yr

~$1,966/mo

High School (9–12)

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

$28,300/yr

~$2,358/mo

Tuition by School Type in Worcester

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

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

$12,800/yr

+60% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$48,100/yr

+92% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$23,600/yr

+91% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Worcester

Starting From

$13,100

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$23,600

Typical school

Top End

$40,400+

Elite prep schools

Most Worcester private schools fall between $13,100 and $40,400/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Worcester: 2026 Tuition Data

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

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
Holy Name Central Catholic High School	$13,800	Catholic	9–12
Worcester Academy	$36,400	Independent	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.