Private education is a pricey choice. In the US, the average private school tuition is approximately $9,195 per year, according to PrivateSchoolReview.com. In cities such as New York, tuition can be higher than $30,000 per year.In the UK, parents pay a whopping £12,345 ($19,942) per year on average, according to a study from Lloyds Bank.rivate education is a pricey choice. In the US, the average private school tuition is approximately $9,195 per year, according to PrivateSchoolReview.com. In cities such as New York, tuition can be higher than $30,000 per year.