For the 2025 school year, there are 2,791 private schools serving 474,610 students in Florida (there are 4,272 public schools, serving 2,871,617 students). 14% of all K-12 students in Florida attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $11,282 for elementary schools and $12,759 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Florida include Saint Andrew's School, American Heritage Schools, Broward Campus, and Palmer Trinity School.
The average acceptance rate is 84% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 47% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
Top Ranked Florida Private Schools by County (2025)
Popular neighborhoods: West End (53 schools), Little Havana (14 schools), Northside (13 schools), Coconut Grove (10 schools), Coral Way (10 schools).
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# Schools
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Florida?
The top-ranked private schools in Florida include Saint Andrew's School, American Heritage Schools, Broward Campus, and Palmer Trinity School.
How many private schools are located in Florida?
There are 2,791 private schools are located in Florida.
How much do private schools cost in Florida?
The average private school tuition in Florida is $11,282 for elementary schools and $12,759 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Florida?
Approximately 47% of students in Florida private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Florida go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in Florida attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Florida?
Which private schools in Florida are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Florida include: Victory Christian Academy vs. Dayspring Christian Academy, Rcma-mira Verde Coc vs. International Christian Academy Of Labelle, Grace And Glory Christian School vs. Washington County Christian School
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