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Best South Mountain Village Private High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private high schools serving 990 students in the neighborhood of South Mountain Village, Phoenix, AZ.
The top ranked private high schools in South Mountain Village include Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep and Desert Marigold School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Arizona private high school average acceptance rate of 84%.
75% of private high schools in South Mountain Village are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Islamic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked South Mountain Village Private High Schools (2026-27)

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Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep
Gr: NS-12 | 442 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5
Islamic
7810 S 42nd Place
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 454-1222
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Desert Marigold School
Gr: PK-12 | 284 students
Avg. class size: 30 students
Waldorf School
6210 S 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-6909
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91st Psalm Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 182 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
2020 E Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-1900
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Our Lady Of Sorrow Academy
Gr: K-12 | 82 students
Catholic
750 E Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 305-7183
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in the neighborhood of South Mountain Village, Phoenix, AZ?
The top ranked private high schools in the neighborhood of South Mountain Village, Phoenix, AZ include Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep and Desert Marigold School.
How many private high schools are located in the neighborhood of South Mountain Village, Phoenix?
4 private high schools are located in the neighborhood of South Mountain Village, Phoenix.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of South Mountain Village, Phoenix?
75% of private high schools in the neighborhood of South Mountain Village, Phoenix are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Islamic).

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