Annunciation Catholic School serves K-8 students in the North Valley, including Cave Creek, Carefree, North Scottsdale,North Phoenix, Anthem and Happy Valley. The school is accredited through the Western Catholic Education Association.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,300
- Average class size: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Annunciation Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
specific learning disability, Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
241 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
27 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
khaki for boys, plaid for girls, logo polo shirts for all
khaki for boys, plaid for girls, logo polo shirts for all
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Non-Catholic Tuition Rate = $6600
% on Financial Aid
75%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,300
Admissions Director
Lynn Schwartz
Admissions Associate
Maria Garcia
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Clay Club, Entrepreneurship Club - ACS Store, STREAM Club, Young Vincentians Service Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Private music lessons
Clay Club, Entrepreneurship Club - ACS Store, STREAM Club, Young Vincentians Service Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Private music lessons
School Notes
What we offer:
- Strong Catholic Identity: Daily religious instruction & prayer; weekly Mass: monthly Rosary; monthly Community Prayer
- High Academic Standards
- STREAM Model: STEM + Religion + Arts - focus on design process, problem solving, project based learning, career exploration
- Class size limit: 27
- Teacher aides in grade K-3
- Full time Reading and Math Resource Teacher, special education certified
- After school clubs; extended day supervision
- Technology Integration: laptops, Chrome Books, iPads, Smart Boards,online instructional support, coding
- Art, PE, Music, Spanish
- Athletics beginning in grade 5
- 100% acceptance rate into Catholic High Schools
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Annunciation Catholic School cost?
Annunciation Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,300 for private students.
What sports does Annunciation Catholic School offer?
Annunciation Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Annunciation Catholic School's ranking?
Annunciation Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Annunciation Catholic School?
The application deadline for Annunciation Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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