For the 2024-25 school year, there are 183 private schools serving 30,814 students in Nevada (there are 757 public schools, serving 482,853 students). 6% of all K-12 students in Nevada are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
The average private school tuition is $11,397 for elementary schools and $12,360 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Nevada include Brookfield School, The Meadows School and BrilliantMont.
The average acceptance rate is 87% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 32% and the student:teacher ratio is 14:1.
Top Ranked Nevada Private Schools by County (2024-25)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Nevada?
The best top ranked private schools in Nevada include Brookfield School, The Meadows School and BrilliantMont.
How many private schools are located in Nevada?
183 private schools are located in Nevada.
How much do private schools cost in Nevada?
The average private school tuition in Nevada is $11,397 for elementary schools and $12,360 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Nevada?
Nevada private schools are approximately 32% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Nevada go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Nevada are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 11%).
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