Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked AZ School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 300 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,396
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory
Pre-K	24
Kind	21
1	15
2	18
3	25
4	17
5	28
6	14
7	32
8	28
9	22
10	18
11	16
12	22

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

mild learning differences

Year Founded

1974

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

300 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

27%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

28 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

53%

Average Class Size

16 students

Number of AP Courses

1 course

Average SAT score

1270

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

khaki or navy shorts, pants, plaid skirts, jumpers, polo shirts

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,396

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Tuition Notes

Discount for multiple children. AZ Tax Credits Accepted.

Admissions Director

Juliana Mays

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

Track and FieldUltimate Frisbee

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Book ClubChess Club

International ClubModern Manners

Presidential Campaigns and ElectionsRobotics

Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

BandChoral Ensemble

Digital PhotographyDrum Line

Guitar EnsemblePerforming Arts

School Notes

Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory (PVCP) is a private Christian school in Phoenix, Arizona.
Our school is a community of academic excellence where students of all levels are able to seek their full spiritual and academic potential. We partner with parents in the pursuit of preparing exemplary Christian citizens and servant leaders for high school and college.

School Motto: A Community of Spiritual Nurturing and Academic Excellence

Our Mission, for the Glory of God, is to be the high school and college preparatory of choice. At Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory you will find a community of academic excellence where students of all levels are able to seek their potential. The focus is to prepare students for exemplary Christian citizenship to become servant leaders. We believe in partnering with parents in this pursuit.
Our objectives are five-fold:
- To provide a scholarly, Christ centered community instilling Biblical values by nurturing spiritual growth.
- Establish, assess, and achieve clear and measurable academic learning goals.
- Recruit, develop and retain quality, Christian, professional educators and staff.
- Foster parental involvement and effective communication.
- Model exemplary stewardship of our God-given resources.
In these ways we will partner with parents in the pursuit of preparing exemplary Christian citizens and servant leaders.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory cost?

Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory's tuition is approximately $11,396 for private students.

What sports does Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory offer?

Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.

What is Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory's ranking?

Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory?

The application deadline for Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory located?

Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory is located in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 17 other private schools located in Paradise Valley Village.

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