For the 2026 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 Thunderbird Adventist Academy and Notre Dame Preparatory.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Arizona private high school average acceptance rate of 84%.
50% of private high schools in 85260, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).
Top-Ranked 85260 Arizona Private High Schools (2026)
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 Thunderbird Adventist Academy and Notre Dame Preparatory.
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 Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).
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