For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private high schools serving 1,082 students in 85260, AZ.
The top ranked private high schools in 85260, AZ include Notre Dame Preparatory and Thunderbird Adventist Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Arizona private high school average acceptance rate of 83%.
50% of private high schools in 85260, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).
Top Ranked 85260 Arizona Private High Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Notre Dame Preparatory
(Catholic)
9701 E Bell Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 634-8200
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 634-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 863 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Thunderbird Adventist Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
7410 E Sutton Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 948-3300
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 948-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 126 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Lindamood-bell Learning Processes Scottsdale
Special Education School
10617 N Hayden Rd Ste B101
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 922-5675
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 922-5675
Gr: 1-11 | 22 students
The United School Of Autism
Special Education School
9590 E Shea Blvd Bldg C
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 860-1339
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 860-1339
Gr: 1-11 | 71 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private high schools in 85260, AZ?
The top ranked private high schools in 85260, AZ include Notre Dame Preparatory and Thunderbird Adventist Academy.
How many private high schools are located in 85260?
4 private high schools are located in 85260.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in 85260?
50% of private high schools in 85260 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).
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