For the 2024 school year, there are 485 private schools serving 70,891 students in Arizona (there are 2,474 public schools, serving 1,138,681 students). 6% of all K-12 students in Arizona are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $9,955 for elementary schools and $13,856 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Arizona include Phoenix Country Day School, Rancho Solano Preparatory School - Middle and Upper School and Brophy College Preparatory.
The average acceptance rate is 88% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 40% and the student:teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Arizona Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular cities: Phoenix (94 schools), Tucson (90 schools), Scottsdale (43 schools), Mesa (33 schools), Chandler (22 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
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, Rancho Solano Preparatory School - Middle and Upper School and Brophy College Preparatory.
How many private schools are located in Arizona?
485 private schools are located in Arizona.
How much do private schools cost in Arizona?
The average private school tuition in Arizona is $9,955 for elementary schools and $13,856 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Arizona?
Arizona private schools are approximately 40% 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 10%).
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