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Best Gila County Private Elementary Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private elementary schools serving 434 students in Gila County, AZ.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona private elementary school average acceptance rate of 86%.
100% of private elementary schools in Gila County, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Private Elementary Schools in Gila County (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Payson Christian School
Payson Christian School Photo - Payson Christian School: where academic excellence, a Christ-centered worldview, and a safe environment come together to help every student reach their God-given potential.
(Christian)
(3)
1000 E Frontier ST
Payson, AZ 85541
(928) 474-8050
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Peridot-our Savior's Lutheran Elementary School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Az Hwy 170-1 Mile North Of Hwy 70
Peridot, AZ 85542
(928) 475-7537
Gr: K-8 | 126 students Tuition listed
St. Charles Apache Mission School
(Catholic)
355 San Carlos Avenue
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2449
Gr: K-6 | 132 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private elementary schools are located in Gila County, AZ?
3 private elementary schools are located in Gila County, AZ.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Gila County?
100% of private elementary schools in Gila County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Which private elementary schools in Gila County are often viewed compared to one another?

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