Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic 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-8
Enrollment: 216 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,900
Acceptance rate: 60%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School
Pre-K	24
Kind	20
1	20
2	24
3	20
4	24
5	24
6	20
7	20
8	20

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish

Year Founded

1959

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

216 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

60%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

85%

Average Class Size

20 students

Number of AP Courses

1 course

List of Courses Offered

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Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Khaki or blue pants & white, light blue, or navy polos

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,900

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Tuition Notes

Financial aid is available. We make every effort to make OMOS affordable for all families.

Summer Program Cost

$275

Summer Program Cost Notes

WEEKLY field trips to various locations throughout Tucson. Summer Program features academic lessons, STEM activties, social emotional learning lessons, music and theater.

% on Financial Aid

95%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$7,500

Acceptance Rate

60%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Roxanna Loreto

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Alter ServersGardening Club

Leadership ClubStem Club

Yearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirGuitar Lessons

Violin Lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Sports

School Notes

Our Mother of Sorrows school is a PreK-8 Catholic school that serves the Tucson community.
With a commitment to academic growth for all students, and filled with the joy of the Gospel, our school proclaims an ongoing encounter with Jesus Christ through community, Word, Sacrament, and loving service.
At Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School, we try to emulate Mary by responding to God`s call with a yes. Mary modeled God`s call by trusting in God and practicing prayer, compassion, and reflection.
We believe parents are the primary educators of their children, and we partner with parents in this call.
We believe each child is unique and made in God`s image and likeness.
We believe God calls us to holiness.
We believe God calls us to lovingly serve one another and all in need.

School Motto: God calls us to grow in faith, knowledge, and loving service.

Our Mother of Sorrows school is a school with an outstanding academic and spiritual environment. Recent standardized test scores indicate student performance exceeds public schools in the neighborhood and the state, and the school consistently performs well on national religious education exams. The school offers a Resource Center for children who need assistance in the classroom, and offers after school programs in sports, guitar, and violin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School cost?

Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School's tuition is approximately $8,900 for private students and $275 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 87%. Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Arizona with low acceptance rates.

Does Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School offer a summer program?

Yes, Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School offer?

Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School's ranking?

Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School?

The application deadline for Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School located?

Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School is located in the Terra Del Sol neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Tucson, AZ is $11,006 for elementary schools and $17,554 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Tucson, AZ is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).