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Best Arizona Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 524 private schools serving 78,265 students in Arizona (there are 2,474 public schools, serving 1,138,767 students). 6% of all K-12 students in Arizona are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
The average private school tuition is $10,325 for elementary schools and $14,274 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best 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.
51% of schools are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Arizona Private Schools by County (2024-25)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
343
55,679
7%
97
13,110
8%
7
1,720
4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Arizona?
The best 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?
524 private schools are located in Arizona.
How much do private schools cost in Arizona?
The average private school tuition in Arizona is $10,325 for elementary schools and $14,274 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Arizona?
Arizona private schools are approximately 38% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Arizona go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Arizona are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Arizona?
51% of private schools in Arizona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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