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85226 Arizona Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 1,463 students in 85226, AZ (there are 7 public schools, serving 4,194 public students). 26% of all K-12 students in 85226, AZ are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).

The private schools in 85226, AZ include Valley Christian Schools and Brightmont Academy - Chandler.

33% of private schools in 85226, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Jewish).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 6
# Students Served: 1,463
Average Tuition: $31,350
Average Class Size: 9 students
% Students of Color: 8%
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Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 6
# Students Served: 1,463
Average Tuition: $31,350
Average Class Size: 9 students
% Students of Color: 8%
View 85226 Arizona School Trends

Top Ranked 85226 Arizona Private Schools (2026-27)

Brightmont Academy - Chandler

Gr: 1-12

Avg. class size: 1 student

5540 W. Chandler Boulevard, Ste 1

Chandler, AZ 85226

(480) 526-7090

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Valley Christian Schools

Gr: K-12 | 1,115 students

Avg. class size: 19 students

Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 15

Christian

6900 W Galveston St

Chandler, AZ 85226

(480) 705-8888

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Adobe Montessori School

Gr: PK-K | 91 students

Montessori School

6400 W Del Rio St

Chandler, AZ 85226

(408) 899-2980

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Chandler Jewish Preschool / Kindergarten

Gr: PK-K | 33 students

Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)

875 N Mcclintock Dr

Chandler, AZ 85226

(480) 855-4333

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North Elm KinderCare

Gr: NS-PK

Daycare / Preschool

150 N. Elm St.

Chandler, AZ 85226

(480) 961-4741

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Valley Child Care & Learning Center

Gr: NS-PK | 224 students

Daycare / Preschool

3700 W Ray Road

Chandler, AZ 85226

(480) 786-4400

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85226, Arizona Private Schools (Closed)

Afm Chandler Montessori

Gr: PK-K | 78 students

Montessori School

5570 W Chandler Blvd Ste 1

Chandler, AZ 85226

(480) 272-6807

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 85226, AZ?

The private schools in 85226, AZ include Valley Christian Schools and Brightmont Academy - Chandler.

How many private schools are located in 85226?

6 private schools are located in 85226.

How diverse are private schools in 85226?

85226 private schools are approximately 8% minority students, which is lower than the Arizona private school average of 39%.

What percentage of students in 85226 go to private school?

26% of all K-12 students in 85226 are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).

What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 85226?

33% of private schools in 85226 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Jewish).

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