This article explores how prestigious private schools are making education accessible to families earning under $100,000 through generous financial aid programs. It highlights specific income thresholds at top boarding schools like Phillips Exeter ($125,000), Groton, St. Paul's ($150,000), and Deerfield ($150,000), explains the shift from exclusivity to inclusivity, and provides practical advice for families seeking financial assistance. The piece also covers completely free private school options and the innovative Cristo Rey work-study model.
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Use this roadmap as a set of talking points with your trusted mentors and professionals to start the private school of your dreams. You're not alone. Over the years, hundreds of folks like you have had the same dream. From Quintilian to Maria Montessori to Lucy Madeira Wing, visionary educators have established schools to teach according to their beliefs and methodologies.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 1-12
Enrollment: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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The average private school tuition in California is $16,544 for elementary schools and $23,106 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
