Dobson-montessori School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked AZ School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 110 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,760
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Dobson-montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Dobson-montessori School
Pre-K	16
Kind	16
1	8
2	8
3	8
4	8
5	8
6	8
7	8
8	8
9	3
10	4
11	4
12	3

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

mild learning differences

Year Founded

1980

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

110 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

43%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

8 students

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,760

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Tuition Notes

$75 to $690 monthly. 10th-12th grade $755-805 monthly. Based on an annual rate and payable in monthly installments. Extended day options also available. Call for scholarship information.

Summer Program Cost

$155

Summer Program Cost Notes

Preschool programs $115 to $190 weekly, K-12 programs $165 weekly

% on Financial Aid

45%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Suzanne Woodford

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

artdance

engineeringfencing

field studymusic

Roboticsscience

School Notes

At Dobson Montessori School, we provide a unique, creative, caring and stimulating environment for your child.
We offer exploring, learning, creating, growing, and building self confidence enviornment to the student.
We provide child centered environment. Here children learn through doing and offer 1-8 teacher / student ratio.
Here children work at the child's own rate and we offer intellectual, academic basis; love of learning; positive self-esteem; creative expression; and freedom through inner discipline.

Acceptance by tour, interview, and application.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dobson-montessori School cost?

Dobson-montessori School's tuition is approximately $5,760 for private students and $155 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Dobson-montessori School?

The acceptance rate of Dobson-montessori School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 87%. Dobson-montessori School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Arizona with low acceptance rates.

Does Dobson-montessori School offer a summer program?

Yes, Dobson-montessori School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Dobson-montessori School offer?

Dobson-montessori School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Dance, Fencing, Flag Football, Softball, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball. Dobson-montessori School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for most sports offered.

What is Dobson-montessori School's ranking?

Dobson-montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Least expensive tuition, Lowest average acceptance rates and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Dobson-montessori School?

The application deadline for Dobson-montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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