Arcadia Montessori School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked AZ School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 271 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,800
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Arcadia Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Arcadia Montessori School
Nursery	117
Pre-K	138
Kind	16

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Pre-K enrollment highest at 138 students, ahead of Nursery at 117 and kindergarten at 16.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1972

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

271 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

20%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

39:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

23 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)
Other Montessori association(s)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,800

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Tuition Notes

Annual tuition cost reflects our year round calendar of 12 months. Scholarships available for Kindergartenders only.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Raena Salonga

Admissions Associate

Karin Thompson

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

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Phoenix ZooShow&Tell

Spanish

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ArtMusic Lessons

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P.E.YOGA

School Notes

Arcadia Montessori was founded in 1972 by Judy Pemberton.
Arcadia Montessori hires college educated teachers that have obtained their A.M.I. or A.M.S. specialized certification.
Our average staff member has been employed by the school for nine years.
Arcadia Montessori uses the method as taught by Dr. Maria Montessori, using her hand-made, hands-on, high quality materials from Holland.
We incorporate into our program art, music, creative dramatics, gardening and cooking.
Arcadia Montessori accepts children at 18 months (not potty trained) through kindergarten age 6.
Each class is limited in size to maintain a1 to 6 ratio in toddlers and a 1 to 13 ratio in primary.
It is our mission to create a safe, happy school for children to grow and learn as well as develop manners, respect and a life long love of learning.

Arcadia Montessori was founded in 1972 by Judy Pemberton. Arcadia Montessori hires college educated teachers that have obtained their A.M.I. or A.M.S. specialized certification. Our average staff member has been employed by the school for nine years. Arcadia Montessori uses the method as taught by Dr. Maria Montessori, using her hand-made, hands-on, high quality materials from Holland. We incorporate into our program art, music, creative dramatics, animal care, gardening and cooking. Arcadia Montessori accepts children at 18 months (not potty trained) through kindergarten age 6. Each class is limited in size to maintain a1 to 6 ratio in toddlers and a 1 to 13 ratio in primary. It is our mission to create a safe, happy school for children to grow and learn as well as develop manners, respect and a life long love of learning.

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How much does Arcadia Montessori School cost?

Arcadia Montessori School's tuition is approximately $10,800 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Arcadia Montessori School?

The acceptance rate of Arcadia Montessori School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.

What is Arcadia Montessori School's ranking?

Arcadia Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Arcadia Montessori School?

The application deadline for Arcadia Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Arcadia Montessori School located?

Arcadia Montessori School is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 7 other private schools located in Camelback East Village.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Phoenix, AZ is $13,689 for elementary schools and $16,062 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Phoenix, AZ is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).