Seton Catholic Preparatory Photo - Post graduation, 99% of Seton Catholic Prep students go on to attend college and universities, and the other 1% enters into the military or workforce.

Top 3 Best Arizona Blue Ribbon Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 4 blue ribbon private high schools serving 2,770 students in Arizona.
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Arizona include Notre Dame Preparatory, Seton Catholic Preparatory, and Xavier College Preparatory.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the Arizona private high school average acceptance rate of 83%.
100% of blue ribbon private high schools in Arizona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Top Ranked Arizona Blue Ribbon Private High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Students
Year
Notre Dame Preparatory
(Catholic)
9701 E Bell Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 634-8200
863 students
Year: 2022
Seton Catholic Preparatory
Seton Catholic Preparatory Photo - Post graduation, 99% of Seton Catholic Prep students go on to attend college and universities, and the other 1% enters into the military or workforce.
(Catholic)
1150 N. Dobson Road
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 963-1900
582 students
Year: 2017
Xavier College Preparatory
All-girls (Catholic)
4710 N 5th St
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 277-3772
1,122 students
Year: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Calvary Chapel Christian School
(Christian)
8725 E Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 731-2100
203 students
Year: n/a

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Arizona?
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Arizona include Notre Dame Preparatory, Seton Catholic Preparatory, and Xavier College Preparatory.
How many blue ribbon private high schools are located in Arizona?
4 blue ribbon private high schools are located in Arizona.
What percentage of blue ribbon private high schools are religiously affiliated in Arizona?
100% of blue ribbon private high schools in Arizona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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