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Best Oklahoma Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 217 private schools serving 41,737 students in Oklahoma (there are 1,793 public schools, serving 720,846 students). 5% of all K-12 students in Oklahoma attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $11,112 for elementary schools and $12,596 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Oklahoma include Casady School, Cascia Hall Preparatory School, and Bishop Mcguinness Catholic High School.
The average acceptance rate is 85% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 26% and the student-teacher ratio is 11:1.
76% of schools are religiously affiliated, with most being Christian or Catholic.

Top Ranked Oklahoma Private Schools by County (2025-26)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
58
15,029
8%
65
17,128
13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Oklahoma?
The top-ranked private schools in Oklahoma include Casady School, Cascia Hall Preparatory School, and Bishop Mcguinness Catholic High School.
How many private schools are located in Oklahoma?
There are 217 private schools are located in Oklahoma.
How much do private schools cost in Oklahoma?
The average private school tuition in Oklahoma is $11,112 for elementary schools and $12,596 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Oklahoma?
Approximately 26% of students in Oklahoma private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Oklahoma go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in Oklahoma attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Oklahoma?
76% of private schools in Oklahoma are religiously affiliated, with most being Christian or Catholic.
Which private schools in Oklahoma are often viewed compared to one another?

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