Prescott Adventist Christian School Photo

Best Yavapai County Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 private schools serving 1,674 students in Yavapai County, AZ (there are 98 public schools, serving 23,399 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in Yavapai County, AZ are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).
The top-ranked private schools in Yavapai County, AZ include Verde Valley School, Sacred Heart Catholic School, and Sedona Sky Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Arizona private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
47% of private schools in Yavapai County, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top-Ranked Yavapai County Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Orme School
The Orme School Photo - Caravan offers a unique outdoor adventure and academic program for students. Led by faculty, class-sized trips explore Southwest's stunning landscapes, diverse cultures, and rich history. Camping in National Parks or wilderness, students gain outdoor skills and delve into the region's natural and human history. Caravan grants academic credits for graduation.
1000 Orme School Rd.
Mayer, AZ 86333
(928) 632-1566
Gr: 8-12 Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Prescott Adventist Christian School
Prescott Adventist Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(2)
2980 Willow Creek Rd
Prescott, AZ 86301
(928) 224-8022
Gr: K-10 | 76 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Sacred Heart Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
131 N Summit Ave
Prescott, AZ 86301
(928) 445-2621
Gr: PK-8 | 142 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
Sedona Sky Academy
Sedona Sky Academy Photo
All-girls | Alternative School
(1)
3090 E. Coronado Trail
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
Gr: 7-12 | 29 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Trinity Christian School
Trinity Christian School Photo - Trinity is the only K-12 classical Christian school in Prescott, AZ and has proudly served the quad-city area since 2003.
(Christian)
(1)
1212 Warrior Way
Prescott, AZ 86305
(928) 445-6306
Gr: K-12 | 504 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Verde Valley School
Verde Valley School Photo - Write, score and perform an original musical. Create your own violin in welding class and play it with the VVS rock or jazz band! Our approach to the arts is student-centered, performance-based and quite unique.
3511 Verde Valley School Road
Sedona, AZ 86351
(928) 284-2272
Gr: 9-12 | 99 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Aletheia Classical Chr School
(Calvinist)
137 N Marina St
Prescott, AZ 86301
(928) 778-2538
Gr: 2-8 | 16 students
Ascend
Special Education School
(1)
1027 Spire Dr.
Prescott, AZ 86305
(928) 443-9290
Gr: Inquire with school | 19 students
Cedar Tree Montessori Inc
Montessori School
129 N Pleasant St
Prescott, AZ 86301
(928) 771-8785
Gr: PK-K | 44 students
2715 E State Route 89a
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 649-0624
Gr: PK-8 | 175 students Tuition listed
124 N Virginia St
Prescott, AZ 86301
(928) 445-5100
Gr: 4-5 | 13 students Tuition listed
Primavera School
Primavera School Photo - Since 1972, Primavera School has been a positive, inspirational community based on academic excellence and respect for a child's individuality.
1446 Moyer Rd
Prescott, AZ 86303
(928) 445-5382
Gr: PK-8 | 122 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Sedona Montessori School
Montessori School
(1)
90 Deer Trail Drive
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 282-4772
Gr: NS-PK | 31 students Avg. class size: 15 students
United Christian School
United Christian School Photo
(Christian)
903 Finnie Flat Rd
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(928) 567-0415
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Verde Christian Academy
(Christian)
102 S Willard St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-8113
Gr: PK-8 | 198 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3
Verde Valley Seventh-day Adventist School
Verde Valley Seventh-day Adventist School Photo - Verde Valley Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
51 W Mingus Ave
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7322
Gr: K-8 | 9 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Yavapai County, Arizona

Yavapai County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
148 S Marina Street
Prescott, AZ 86303
(928) 445-2565
Gr: NS-8 | 65 students
St. Luke's School (Closed 2021)
Montessori School (Episcopal)
2000 Shepherds Ln
Prescott, AZ 86301
(928) 442-1315
Gr: K | 32 students
13690 S Burton Rd
Mayer, AZ 86333
(928) 632-4602
Gr: 9-12 | 55 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed

Overview

This County (Yavapai County)
This State (AZ)
# Schools
17 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,674 Students
80,123 Students
% Average Students of Color
22%
38%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
177 Teachers
6,243 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
63%
57%
Average Class Size
14 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
8 courses
10 courses
Average SAT score
1194
(Out of 1600)
1233
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
25

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,556
$12,290
Average Summer Program Cost
$1,500
$658
Average % on Financial Aid
51%
58%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$14,183
$6,176
Average Acceptance Rate
80%
87%
Average Endowment Size
$26 million
$309.58 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.57
0.71
# American Indian Students
31 Students
2,194 Students
% American Indian Students
2%
3%
# Asian Students
58 Students
1,887 Students
% Asian Students
3%
2%
# Hispanic Students
213 Students
14,198 Students
% Hispanic Students
11%
18%
# Black Students
32 Students
2,980 Students
% Black Students
2%
4%
# White Students
1,138 Students
30,827 Students
% White Students
61%
39%
# Hawaiian Students
4 Students
156 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
384 Students
26,240 Students
% of Others Students
21%
34%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
6 extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
7 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Yavapai County, AZ?
The top-ranked private schools in Yavapai County, AZ include Verde Valley School, Sacred Heart Catholic School, and Sedona Sky Academy.
How many private schools are located in Yavapai County?
16 private schools are located in Yavapai County.
How diverse are private schools in Yavapai County?
Yavapai County private schools are approximately 22% minority students, which is lower than the Arizona private school average of 38%.
What percentage of students in Yavapai County go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in Yavapai County are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Yavapai County?
47% of private schools in Yavapai County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private schools in Yavapai County are often viewed compared to one another?

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