Private School Cost: Clovis vs Modesto
Both cities average about the same for private school tuition.
Bottom Line
Both cities average around $14,400/year for private school. The difference shows up in school type: religious schools are much cheaper than independent prep.
Clovis
CA
$14,400
avg tuition/year
Modesto
CA
$14,400
avg tuition/year
Tuition by School Type & Grade
| Category | Clovis | Modesto | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Schools (Average) | $14,400/yr | $14,400/yr | Same |
| Religious Schools | $9,400/yr | $9,400/yr | Same |
| Independent/Prep | $28,100/yr | $28,100/yr | Same |
| Elementary (K-5) | $12,200/yr | $12,200/yr | Same |
| Middle School (6-8) | $14,400/yr | $14,400/yr | Same |
| High School (9-12) | $17,300/yr | $17,300/yr | Same |
K-12 Total Cost (13 Years)
Clovis
$187,200
Modesto
$187,200
Sample Schools
Clovis
Clovis Christian Schools
Christian · K–12 · $9,400-$11,200/yr
St. Anthony of Padua School
Catholic · K–8 · $8,200-$9,800/yr
Modesto
Central Catholic High School (Modesto)
Catholic · 9–12 · $11,200/yr
Modesto Christian School
Christian · K–12 · $9,200-$11,400/yr
About This Comparison
This comparison uses NCES Private School Universe Survey data, adjusted for metro-level cost-of-living differences. "Average tuition" blends religious schools (Catholic, Christian) and independent day/prep schools. Religious schools typically cost 60-70% less than independent schools in the same city.
Grade-level estimates (elementary, middle, high) are derived from the city average using national grade-level multipliers. High school tuition typically runs 15-25% above the city average; elementary runs 10-20% below.