St. Michael's School Photo - Our longstanding commitment to serving others in need through local partnerships with non-profits give our students a sense of empowerment, that the actions of one individual can have a significant and meaningful impact on the world.

Most Selective Private Elementary Schools in Arizona

The average private elementary school acceptance rate in Arizona is 87% per year (2024-25).
The most selective school in Arizona is Lexis Preparatory School, with an acceptance rate of 25%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 25% 90% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 77%

Most Selective Private Elementary Schools in Arizona (2024-25)

School
Acceptance Rate
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Lexis Preparatory School
Lexis Preparatory School Photo - Front of campus
Special Education School
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: 1-12
11130 E. Cholla St., H-100
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 391-3901
Rank: #22.
Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School
Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School Photo
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 40%
Grades: PK-8
1800 South Kolb Road
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 747-1027
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Bella Vista College Prepratory School
Bella Vista College Prepratory School Photo - Class of 2017
Special Program Emphasis
(4)
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Grades: 7-12
33401 N. 56th ST
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
(480) 575-6001
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Phoenix Country Day School
Phoenix Country Day School Photo - Core curriculum for students in pre-k through fourth grade is enhanced by the study of music, art, science, physical education, technology, library science, and Spanish. Faculty and staff work together to create a nurturing environment with small classes and a challenging, comprehensive curriculum.
(4)
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Grades: PK-12
3901 E. Stanford Dr.
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(602) 955-8200
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Bayer Private School
Bayer Private School Photo - Bayer Private School
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: PK-8
23555 N. 67th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85310
(623) 362-3700
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Creo Farm School Middle & High School
Creo Farm School Middle & High School Photo
Montessori School
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: 7-12
21311 S Lindsey rd
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 912-3734
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
New Way Academy
Special Education School
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: 1-12
5048 East Oak Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-8600
Rank: #88.
Brophy College Preparatory
Brophy College Preparatory Photo - Brophy Bronco near the 9-acre Brophy Sports Campus
All-boys (Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Grades: 6-12
4701 N Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 264-5291
Rank: #9 - 119. - 11.
Gateway Academy
Gateway Academy Photo - Home of the Warriors!
Special Education School
(10)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: 6-12
3939 E. Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(480) 998-1071
Rank: #9 - 119. - 11.
The Orme School
The Orme School Photo - Caravan offers a unique outdoor adventure and academic program for students. Led by faculty, class-sized trips explore Southwest's stunning landscapes, diverse cultures, and rich history. Camping in National Parks or wilderness, students gain outdoor skills and delve into the region's natural and human history. Caravan grants academic credits for graduation.
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: 8-12
1000 Orme School Rd.
Mayer, AZ 86333
(928) 632-1566
Rank: #9 - 119. - 11.
Sedona Sky Academy
Sedona Sky Academy Photo
All-girls | Alternative School
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: 7-12
3090 E. Coronado Trail
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
Rank: #1212.
Dobson-montessori School
Dobson-montessori School Photo - Arranging flowers grown in the school garden.
Special Program Emphasis
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-12
745 S. Extension
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 962-1432
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
All Saints' Episcopal Day School
All Saints' Episcopal Day School Photo - The sixth grade class trip to Bisbee
(Episcopal)
Acceptance Rate: 78%
Grades: PK-8
6300 N Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 274-4866
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
Acceptance Rate: 78%
Grades: 6-12
9180 Via De Ventura
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
(480) 646-8200
Rank: #15 - 1715. - 17.
North Valley Christain Academy
North Valley Christain Academy Photo - Entrance to NVCA.
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(14)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
33655 N. 27th Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 551-3454
Rank: #15 - 1715. - 17.
Pardes Jewish Day School
Pardes Jewish Day School Photo - Pardes Jewish Day School has an excellent Middle School from 5th-8th grade.Our graduating students enter AP and Honor classes in their respective High Schools
(Jewish)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: K-8
12753 N Scottsdale Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 991-9141
Rank: #15 - 1715. - 17.
St. Michael's School
St. Michael's School Photo - Our longstanding commitment to serving others in need through local partnerships with non-profits give our students a sense of empowerment, that the actions of one individual can have a significant and meaningful impact on the world.
(Episcopal)
(3)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: K-8
602 N Wilmot Rd
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 722-8478
Rank: #1818.
Acceptance Rate: 83%
Grades: PK-12
1751 W Indian School Road
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 265-4707
Rank: #19 - 2219. - 22.
Az Aspire Academy
Special Education School
(3)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: K-12
2150 E Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 420-6630
Rank: #19 - 2219. - 22.
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-5
3225 N Craycroft Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 795-0008
Rank: #19 - 2219. - 22.
St. Louis The King School
St. Louis The King School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-8
4331 W. Maryland Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 939-4264
Rank: #19 - 2219. - 22.
Summit School
Summit School Photo - Toddler through 8th grade Nationally Accredited
(6)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-8
4515 East Muirwood Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 403-9500
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
AD
AD Photo - Welcome to Palms Christian School
(Baptist)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: K-5
17475 W Bell Rd
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 544-3498
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
Almentia Academy
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: K-12
20987 N John Wayne Pkwy #B104227
Maricopa, AZ 85139
(480) 577-2831
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
Atonement Lutheran
Atonement Lutheran Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
4001 W Beardsley Rd
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 374-3019
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
Breakthrough Academy
Breakthrough Academy Photo
Special Education School
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: K-8
3427 E Bell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85032
(866) 620-9380
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
Christ The King Catholic School and Parish
Christ The King Catholic School and Parish Photo - It's a great day to be a Cougar!
(Catholic)
(3)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
1551 E Dana Avenue
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 844-4480
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
Dream City Christian School
Dream City Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(4)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-12
21000 N 75th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 561-2000
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
Grace Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
5600 W Palmaire Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 937-2010
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
International School of Arizona
International School of Arizona Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(5)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-8
9522 E. San Salvador Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
(480) 874-2326
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
Saguaro Hills Sda Christian School
Saguaro Hills Sda Christian School Photo
(Seventh Day Adventist)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: K-8
4280 W Irvington Rd
Tucson, AZ 85746
(520) 325-1454
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
St. Gregory School
St. Gregory School Photo - A Christ-centered curriculum.
(Catholic)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
3440 N 18th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 266-9527
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
St. Mary-basha Catholic School
St. Mary-basha Catholic School Photo - Our students, faculty/staff and parents gather in prayer each morning in Mary's Garden.
(Catholic)
(3)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
200 West Galveston St
Chandler, AZ 85225
(480) 963-4951
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
St. Michael Indian School
St. Michael Indian School Photo - Roman Catholic Religion and Theology classes taught at every level. Weekly mass. All faiths welcome to the school. It is not a requirement to be Catholic to attend.
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-12
1 Lupton Rd (PO Box 650)
Saint Michaels, AZ 86511
(505) 979-5590
Rank: #23 - 3623. - 36.
Truthful Beginnings
Truthful Beginnings Photo
Alternative School (Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-12
1682 E Hwy 70
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 792-2858
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The Arizona average private elementary schools acceptance rate is 87% for 2024-25.
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