What is another word for parochial school?
Pronunciation: [paɹˈɒkɪəl skˈuːl] (IPA) 
Parochial schools are private institutions that are often affiliated with a religious organization. Many people use the term "parochial school" interchangeably with "Catholic school", since the majority of parochial schools are run by the Catholic Church. However, other denominations and religious groups, such as Baptists, Lutherans, and Jews, also operate parochial schools. Other synonyms for parochial schools could include faith-based schools, religious schools, private religious schools, church schools, and independent religious schools. These schools offer an education that is grounded in religious teachings and values, and often provide a smaller, more community-focused environment.
