Verde Christian Academy in Cottonwood, AZ, serves 198 students in grades PK–8 within a Christian–oriented, town–based setting.
Founded in 1980, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 with an average class size of 18 students.
The student body includes diverse representation with 33 Hispanic, 127 White (non–Hispanic), 1 Black (non–Hispanic), and 2 Hawaiian students.
About 50% of students receive financial aid, with an average grant covering 50% of tuition costs.
The school employs 12 teachers, 30% of whom hold advanced degrees, and offers rolling admissions throughout the year.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
198 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
18 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
50%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$50
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
DramaRollerskating
Spanish
School Notes
- School Motto: Igniting Hearts. Unleashing Minds.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- High School alumni involved in missions work.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Verde Christian Academy often compared to?
Verde Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Immaculate Conception Catholic School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Verde Christian Academy?
Verde Christian Academy famous alumni include: High School alumni involved in missions work..
What sports does Verde Christian Academy offer?
Verde Christian Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Verde Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Verde Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Verde Christian Academy vs. Immaculate Conception Catholic School
The nearest high school and elementary school to Verde Christian Academy is Rise Resource Center (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Immaculate Conception Catholic School (2.1 miles away)
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Rise Resource Center
Special Education School
301 N Willard St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(623) 216-6996
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(623) 216-6996
0.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 46 students
Verde Valley Seventh-day Adventist School ![Verde Valley Seventh-day Adventist School Photo - Verde Valley Adventist School]( "Verde Valley Seventh-day Adventist School Photo - Verde Valley Adventist School")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
51 W Mingus Ave
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7322
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7322
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 9 students Tuition listed
Immaculate Conception Catholic School
(Catholic)
2715 E State Route 89a
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 649-0624
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 649-0624
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 175 students Tuition listed
3511 Verde Valley School Road
Sedona, AZ 86351
(928) 284-2272
Sedona, AZ 86351
(928) 284-2272
13.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 99 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
90 Deer Trail Drive
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 282-4772
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 282-4772
15 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 31 students Avg. class size: 15 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rise Resource Center
Special Education School
301 N Willard St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(623) 216-6996
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(623) 216-6996
0.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 46 students
3511 Verde Valley School Road
Sedona, AZ 86351
(928) 284-2272
Sedona, AZ 86351
(928) 284-2272
13.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 99 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3090 E. Coronado Trail
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
15.2 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 29 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1212 Warrior Way
Prescott, AZ 86305
(928) 445-6306
Prescott, AZ 86305
(928) 445-6306
24.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 504 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rise Resource Center
Special Education School
301 N Willard St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(623) 216-6996
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(623) 216-6996
0.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 46 students
Verde Valley Seventh-day Adventist School ![Verde Valley Seventh-day Adventist School Photo - Verde Valley Adventist School]( "Verde Valley Seventh-day Adventist School Photo - Verde Valley Adventist School")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
51 W Mingus Ave
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7322
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7322
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 9 students Tuition listed
Immaculate Conception Catholic School
(Catholic)
2715 E State Route 89a
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 649-0624
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 649-0624
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 175 students Tuition listed
3090 E. Coronado Trail
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
15.2 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 29 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
United Christian School ![United Christian School Photo]( "United Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
903 Finnie Flat Rd
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(928) 567-0415
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(928) 567-0415
19.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Miles
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Immaculate Conception Catholic School
(Catholic)
2715 E State Route 89a
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 649-0624
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 649-0624
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 175 students Tuition listed
90 Deer Trail Drive
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 282-4772
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 282-4772
15 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 31 students Avg. class size: 15 students
United Christian School ![United Christian School Photo]( "United Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
903 Finnie Flat Rd
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(928) 567-0415
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(928) 567-0415
19.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cedar Tree Montessori Inc
Montessori School
129 N Pleasant St
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(928) 771-8785
Prescott, AZ 86301
(928) 771-8785
28.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 44 students
Sacred Heart Catholic School ![Sacred Heart Catholic School Photo]( "Sacred Heart Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
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(928) 445-2621
Prescott, AZ 86301
(928) 445-2621
28.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 142 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Arizona Izone Institute
(Reading: 60-79%)
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79% )
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(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79% )
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10/
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1 N Willard St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
0.2 miles
Gr: K-12
Mountain View Preparatory School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
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(928) 649-8144
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 649-8144
0.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 426 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Cottonwood Community School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
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500 E Mingus Ave
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2231
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2231
0.3 miles
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Cottonwood Education Services
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
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301 N Willard St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
0.3 miles
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(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
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Bottom 50%10
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(928) 634-2144
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2144
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