For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 693 students in 85365, AZ (there are 16 public schools, serving 6,143 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 85365, AZ are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).
The top-ranked private schools in 85365, AZ include Southwestern Christian School and Yuma Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Arizona private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
100% of private schools in 85365, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Top-Ranked 85365 Arizona Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3261 S Avenue 6 E
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 726-3086
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 726-3086
Gr: K-8 | 213 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Yuma Lutheran School ![Yuma Lutheran School Photo]( "Yuma Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2555 S Engler Ave
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 726-8410
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 726-8410
Gr: PK-8 | 480 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 85365, AZ?
The top-ranked private schools in 85365, AZ include Southwestern Christian School and Yuma Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 85365?
2 private schools are located in 85365.
What percentage of students in 85365 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 85365 are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 85365?
100% of private schools in 85365 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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