For the 2024-25 school year, there are 523 private schools serving 78,337 students in Arizona (there are 2,536 public schools, serving 1,144,647 students). 6% of all K-12 students in Arizona attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
The average private school tuition is $10,378 for elementary schools and $14,219 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Arizona include Phoenix Country Day School, Brophy College Preparatory, and Notre Dame Preparatory.
The average acceptance rate is 88% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 38% and the student:teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Arizona Private Schools by County (2024-25)
Popular cities: Phoenix (99 schools), Tucson (93 schools), Scottsdale (46 schools), Mesa (34 schools), Chandler (27 schools).
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Arizona?
The top-ranked private schools in Arizona include Phoenix Country Day School, Brophy College Preparatory, and Notre Dame Preparatory.
How many private schools are located in Arizona?
There are 523 private schools are located in Arizona.
How much do private schools cost in Arizona?
The average private school tuition in Arizona is $10,378 for elementary schools and $14,219 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Arizona?
Approximately 38% of students in Arizona private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Arizona go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Arizona attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Arizona?
Which private schools in Arizona are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Arizona include: Navajo Mission Preparatory School vs. Immanuel Mission School, Alfarero Baptist Schools vs. Sahuarita Christian Academy, The Orme School vs. Verde Valley School
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