Cross Of Glory Lutheran School Photo - Kindergarteners enjoying apple day with activities like taste tests, measuring weight, and making apple smiles with marshmallow teeth.

Best Peoria Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 private elementary schools serving 1,045 students in Peoria, AZ.
The top-ranked private elementary school in Peoria, AZ is Aces-peoria.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona private elementary school average acceptance rate of 86%.
38% of private elementary schools in Peoria, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).

Top-Ranked Peoria Private Elementary Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Aces-peoria
Aces-peoria Photo
Special Education School
(1)
6815 W. Cactus Road
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 937-5090
Gr: K-12 | 392 students Avg. class size: 8 students
Arrowhead Montessori
Montessori School
(1)
14801 N 83rd Ave
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 776-2322
Gr: PK-8 | 135 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Black Mountain Science Academy
Montessori School
21461 N 78th Ave Ste 185
Peoria, AZ 85382
(623) 825-1576
Gr: PK-6 | 61 students
Cross Of Glory Lutheran School
Cross Of Glory Lutheran School Photo - K-8 students performing a Christmas program
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
(3)
10111 W. Jomax. Rd.
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 224-8841
Gr: PK-8 | 167 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Peoria Ave Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
8815 W Peoria Ave
Peoria, AZ 85345
(623) 878-8035
Gr: NS-6 | 172 students
Sierra School Of Peoria
Special Education School
8155 W Thunderbird Rd
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 209-1000
Gr: 1-12 | 78 students
Spirit Of Hope Montessori School
Spirit Of Hope Montessori School Photo - group lesson time
Montessori School
(6)
14403 N 75th Avenue
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 334-9171
Gr: PK-1 | 25 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
Zion's Daycare & Learning Center
Alternative School (Christian)
7643 W Acoma Dr
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 878-4203
Gr: K-2 | 15 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Peoria, Arizona

Peoria, Arizona Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
13111 N 94th Dr
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 876-1463
Gr: PK-8 | 68 students
8133 W Cactus Rd
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 487-1601
Gr: K-7 | 97 students
14202 N 73rd Ave
Peoria, AZ 85381
(520) 383-8424
Gr: K-10 | 18 students

Overview

This Town (Peoria)
This State (AZ)
# Schools
8 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,045 Students
60,300 Students
% Average Students of Color
45%
37%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
84 Teachers
4,892 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
56%
Average Class Size
16 students
16 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$3,875
$11,432
Average Summer Program Cost
$1,200
$709
Average % on Financial Aid
60%
59%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$7,500
$6,116
Average Acceptance Rate
95%
86%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.70
0.71
# American Indian Students
1 Student
1,957 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
3%
# Asian Students
13 Students
1,563 Students
% Asian Students
2%
3%
# Hispanic Students
88 Students
11,030 Students
% Hispanic Students
10%
19%
# Black Students
133 Students
2,657 Students
% Black Students
15%
4%
# White Students
258 Students
25,365 Students
% White Students
29%
43%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
106 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
382 Students
16,923 Students
% of Others Students
44%
28%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
2 extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
5 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in Peoria, AZ?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Peoria, AZ is Aces-peoria.
How many private elementary schools are located in Peoria?
8 private elementary schools are located in Peoria.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Peoria?
Peoria private elementary schools are approximately 45% minority students, which is higher than the Arizona private school average of 37%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Peoria?
38% of private elementary schools in Peoria are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).
Which private elementary schools in Peoria are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private elementary schools in Peoria include: Black Mountain Science Academy vs. Arrowhead Montessori

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