Private School Cost: Frisco vs Round Rock
Both cities average about the same for private school tuition.
Bottom Line
Both cities average around $12,800/year for private school. The difference shows up in school type: religious schools are much cheaper than independent prep.
Frisco
TX
$12,800
avg tuition/year
Round Rock
TX
$12,800
avg tuition/year
Tuition by School Type & Grade
| Category | Frisco | Round Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Schools (Average) | $12,800/yr | $12,800/yr | Same |
| Religious Schools | $8,700/yr | $8,700/yr | Same |
| Independent/Prep | $27,100/yr | $27,100/yr | Same |
| Elementary (K-5) | $10,900/yr | $10,900/yr | Same |
| Middle School (6-8) | $12,800/yr | $12,800/yr | Same |
| High School (9-12) | $15,400/yr | $15,400/yr | Same |
K-12 Total Cost (13 Years)
Frisco
$166,400
Round Rock
$166,400
Sample Schools
Frisco
Frisco Christian School
Christian · PK–12 · $10,400-$12,800/yr
The Covenant School (Frisco)
Christian · K–12 · $12,200/yr
Round Rock
Concordia High School (Round Rock)
Lutheran · 9–12 · $14,800/yr
Round Rock Christian Academy
Christian · PK–12 · $9,800-$12,200/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.