We are dedicated to nurturing the whole child-mind, body, and spirit-through academic excellence and Christ-centered education, in a safe, respectful, and encouraging environment.
Monitored & recorded 33 CCTVs in all classrooms, halls, & exterior.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,900
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1986
Campus Size
21 acres
Student Body
Total Students
176 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
13 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform top
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Varied costs depending on grade. See www.pcspayson.org for details.
% on Financial Aid
65%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Beth Campbell
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ski Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Music lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Gymnastics
School Notes
- School Motto: Teaching to the Whole of the Child
- School Mascot: Eagle
- Where Faith and Learning Thrive: We are dedicated to nurturing the whole child-mind, body, and spirit-through academic excellence and Christ-centered education, in a safe, respectful, and encouraging environment. Monitored CCTVs in all rooms, hallways, & exterior. All exterior doors remain locked at all times, including the office. No one is permitted past the electronically secured doors without an escort. Advanced lockdown equipment is installed, and a trained and equipped response team when interdiction is needed. Your child's safety is our top priority.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Payson Christian School cost?
Payson Christian School's tuition is approximately $7,900 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Payson Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Payson Christian School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What sports does Payson Christian School offer?
Payson Christian School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Payson Christian School?
The application deadline for Payson Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Payson Christian School is Sedona Sky Academy (38.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is United Christian School (34.6 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
United Christian School ![United Christian School Photo]( "United Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
903 Finnie Flat Rd
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(928) 567-0415
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(928) 567-0415
34.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3090 E. Coronado Trail
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
38.9 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 29 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Joy ![Our Lady Of Joy Photo - Our Lady of Joy Catholic Preschool is a faith filled school community driven by academic excellence. We are regarded as the top preschool in the North Valley area.]( "Our Lady Of Joy Photo - Our Lady of Joy Catholic Preschool is a faith filled school community driven by academic excellence. We are regarded as the top preschool in the North Valley area.")
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
36811 N Pima Rd
Carefree, AZ 85377
(480) 488-2229
Carefree, AZ 85377
(480) 488-2229
45 miles
Gr: K | 39 students
38424 N Spur Cross Rd
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 575-5269
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 575-5269
46 miles
Gr: NS-9 | 227 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
3090 E. Coronado Trail
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
38.9 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 29 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
38424 N Spur Cross Rd
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 575-5269
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 575-5269
46 miles
Gr: NS-9 | 227 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
33401 N. 56th ST
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
(480) 575-6001
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
(480) 575-6001
48.2 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 74 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Carefree Christian Academy
(Christian)
5025 E Carefree Hwy
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 553-0856
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 553-0856
48.5 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 43 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
United Christian School ![United Christian School Photo]( "United Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
903 Finnie Flat Rd
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(928) 567-0415
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(928) 567-0415
34.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3090 E. Coronado Trail
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
Rimrock, AZ 86335
(928) 821-1630
38.9 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 29 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
38424 N Spur Cross Rd
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 575-5269
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 575-5269
46 miles
Gr: NS-9 | 227 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
33401 N. 56th ST
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
(480) 575-6001
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
(480) 575-6001
48.2 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 74 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
United Christian School ![United Christian School Photo]( "United Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
903 Finnie Flat Rd
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(928) 567-0415
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(928) 567-0415
34.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Joy ![Our Lady Of Joy Photo - Our Lady of Joy Catholic Preschool is a faith filled school community driven by academic excellence. We are regarded as the top preschool in the North Valley area.]( "Our Lady Of Joy Photo - Our Lady of Joy Catholic Preschool is a faith filled school community driven by academic excellence. We are regarded as the top preschool in the North Valley area.")
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
36811 N Pima Rd
Carefree, AZ 85377
(480) 488-2229
Carefree, AZ 85377
(480) 488-2229
45 miles
Gr: K | 39 students
38424 N Spur Cross Rd
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 575-5269
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 575-5269
46 miles
Gr: NS-9 | 227 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
'hman'shawa Day School
Daycare / Preschool
18748 E Bohhona
Dewey, AZ 86327
(480) 789-7000
Dewey, AZ 86327
(480) 789-7000
46.3 miles
Gr: NS | 69 students
Hman'shawa Day School
Daycare / Preschool
Po Box 17779
Fountain Hills, AZ 85269
(480) 789-7227
Fountain Hills, AZ 85269
(480) 789-7227
49.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 33 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rim Country Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
304 S Meadow St
Payson, AZ 85547
(928) 472-3062
Payson, AZ 85547
(928) 472-3062
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 478 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Navit - Payson High School
Vocational School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 S Mclane Rd
Snowflake, AZ 85937
(928) 536-6232
Snowflake, AZ 85937
(928) 536-6232
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12
Payson High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 S Mclane Rd
Payson, AZ 85547
(928) 472-5788
Payson, AZ 85547
(928) 472-5788
1.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 733 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Payson Center For Success - Online
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
902 W Main St
Payson, AZ 85547
(928) 472-5891
Payson, AZ 85547
(928) 472-5891
2 miles
Gr: 7-12
500 East Rancho Road
Payson, AZ 85547
(928) 472-5801
Payson, AZ 85547
(928) 472-5801
2 miles
Gr: K-2 | 430 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
School Reviews
5 10/27/2021
Great school for children to learn. Teachers are caring and take extra time to help students. The school is spacious and modern and the students are also excited to attend after-school basketball and volleyball.
5 4/22/2021
I love this school! My kids are getting a great education and the teachers really care about them as a whole!
5 8/9/2019
Payson Christian has state-of-the-art technology, award-winning art classes, an engaging puppet club, and character-building weekly chapels. Students are involved with many extracurricular activities and receive many awards (academic, athletic, and other agricultural) each year. Our staff loves to hear about the achievements and discoveries of the students.
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