Private School Review - Established 2003
Gateway Academy Top 3 ยท Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (AZ)
St. John Bosco Catholic
Kino Learning Center

Arizona Private Schools Belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 15 private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) serving 2,559 students in Arizona.
The average acceptance rate is 91%, which is higher than the Arizona private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
24% of private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Arizona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
The top ranked private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Arizona include Almentia Academy, Ignite Learning Academy, and Gateway Academy.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 15

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 15

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Arizona (2026-27)

Gateway Academy Photo
Gateway Academy
Gr: 6-12 | 140 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 10
Specialized Curriculum
3939 E. Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(480) 998-1071
(10)
View Profile
Map of Almentia Academy
Almentia Academy
Gr: K-12
Avg. class size: 10 students
20987 N John Wayne Pkwy #B104227
Maricopa, AZ 85139
(480) 577-2831
View Profile
Christ Greenfield School Photo
Christ Greenfield School
Gr: PK-8 | 488 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 12
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
425 N Greenfield Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-8314
(11)
View Profile
Map of Ignite Learning Academy
Ignite Learning Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 240 students
4848 E Cactus Road, Ste 505-897
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 660-6474
View Profile
St. John Bosco Catholic Photo
St. John Bosco Catholic
Gr: PK-8 | 404 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
16035 S 48th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 219-4848
View Profile
Map of Ss Peter & Paul Catholic School
Ss Peter & Paul Catholic School
Gr: K-8 | 388 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 3
Catholic
1436 N Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 325-2431
View Profile
Abbie School Photo
Abbie School
Gr: 3-12 | 88 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Special Education School
5870 East 14th Street
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 300-6103
View Profile
Map of The Alexandria Academy
The Alexandria Academy
Gr: Inquire with school | 21 students
Alternative School
13940 W Meeker Blvd # 115/ # 180
Sun City West, AZ 85375
(818) 400-5020
View Profile
Map of Autism Academy For Education & Development
Autism Academy For Education & Development
Gr: 6-12 | 165 students
Special Education School
7541 S Willow Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 525-6197
(1)
View Profile
Map of Autism Academy For Education And Development
Autism Academy For Education And Development
Gr: 5-12 | 95 students
Special Education School
6910 W Bell Rd., Ste C
Glendale, AZ 85308
(480) 525-6197
View Profile
Map of Autism Academy Of Education And Development
Autism Academy Of Education And Development
Gr: K-12 | 150 students
Special Education School
7581 S Willow Dr, Ste #103
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 525-6197
View Profile
Kino Learning Center Photo
Kino Learning Center
Gr: K-12 | 80 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Extracurriculars: 14
Alternative School
6625 N 1st Ave
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 297-7278
(13)
View Profile
Map of Renaissance Academy Tucson
Renaissance Academy Tucson
Gr: 3-12 | 31 students
Special Education School
4064 E 22nd St
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 549-5800
View Profile
Map of St. Anthony Of Padua School
St. Anthony Of Padua School
Gr: PK-8 | 134 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
1425 E Yaqui St
Sierra Vista, AZ 85650
(520) 788-6227
View Profile
Map of Victory Autism Academy
Victory Autism Academy
Gr: K-11 | 135 students
Special Education School
1781 N Central Ave
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 248-8624
View Profile

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Arizona?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Arizona include Almentia Academy, Ignite Learning Academy, and Gateway Academy.
How many private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) are located in Arizona?
15 private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) are located in Arizona.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Arizona?
Arizona private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) are approximately 46% minority students, which is higher than the Arizona private school average of 39%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) are religiously affiliated in Arizona?
24% of private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Arizona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
17
Private Schools
2,559
Students
$10,908
Avg. Tuition
46%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

Recent Articles

When Your Child Is Excluded From Private School Events
When Your Child Is Excluded From Private School Events
Learn how to support your child when excluded from private school birthday parties and social events, recognize bullying, communicate with teachers, encourage friendships, and address repeated exclusion with confidence.
Private School Scholarship Renewal Requirements
Private School Scholarship Renewal Requirements
Learn what students must do to keep private school scholarships, including academic performance, attendance, conduct, extracurricular commitments, renewal deadlines, and how parents can protect tuition assistance throughout their education.
Private School Deposits: What If You Change Schools?
Private School Deposits: What If You Change Schools?
Learn what happens to your private school enrollment deposit when your child accepts another offer, including refund policies, contract obligations, withdrawal deadlines, and practical steps to minimize financial losses.

Quick Links

SCHOOL SEARCH TOOLS:
SCHOOL BY TYPE (AZ):
OPEN-HOUSES & JOBS:
PUBLIC & BOARDING SCHOOLS:
PRIVATE SCHOOL DATA:

Most Popular Articles

School Rankings by Category
School Rankings by Category
 Private School Governance Structures Explained
Private School Governance Structures Explained
Year-Round Schooling: Pros and Cons (2026 Guide)
Year-Round Schooling: Pros and Cons (2026 Guide)

More Articles

COVID-19
Elementary School
Why Private School
Opinion
Getting into Private School