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Best Arizona Private Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 318 private daycares & preschools serving 48,336 students in Arizona.

The private daycares & preschools in Arizona include Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep, Immaculate Heart Academy, and Christ Lutheran School.

The average tuition cost is $9,251, which is lower than the Arizona average tuition cost of $11,173.

45% of private daycares & preschools in Arizona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 318
# Students Served: 48,336

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 318
# Students Served: 48,336

Arizona Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

318

Private Schools

48,336

Students

$9,251

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

36%

Students of Color

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Arizona?

The private daycares & preschools in Arizona include Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep, Immaculate Heart Academy, and Christ Lutheran School.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Arizona?

318 private daycares & preschools are located in Arizona.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Arizona?

The average tuition cost is $9,251, which is lower than the Arizona private school average tuition cost of $11,173.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Arizona?

Arizona private daycares & preschools are approximately 36% minority students, which is lower than the Arizona private school average of 39%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Arizona?

45% of private daycares & preschools in Arizona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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