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Largest Arizona Private Preschools

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The average private preschool in Arizona has 177 students (2026-27).

The largest private preschool in Arizona is Gilbert Christian Schools - District Office, with 2,408 students.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# AZ Schools Ranked: 271
Top 20 Range (Students): 480–2,408
AZ School Avg.: 177
National School Avg.: 187

Quick Facts (26-27)

# AZ Schools Ranked: 271
Top 20 Range (Students): 480–2,408
AZ School Avg.: 177
National School Avg.: 187

Arizona Average Students Per School (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: +16.7% (+25 since 2016)

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Year	National avg	Arizona (AZ) avg	YoY Change (#)	YoY Change (%)
2025	191	175	▲ +8	▲ +4.8%
2024	187	167	▲ +2	▲ +1.2%
2023	185	165	▼ -6	▼ -3.5%
2022	188	171	▲ +3	▲ +1.8%
2021	184	168	▲ +10	▲ +6.3%
2020	179	158	▼ -5	▼ -3.1%
2019	182	163	▼ -3	▼ -1.8%
2018	181	166	▲ +8	▲ +5.1%
2017	183	158	▲ +8	▲ +5.3%
2016	181	150	▲ +21	▲ +16.3%
2015	173	129	—	—

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — Arizona (students range: 480–2,408, avg 177)

School Size Range: 366 2,408 Avg. School Size: 610

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Arizona average private preschools student size?

The Arizona average private preschools student size is 177 for 2026-27.

What are the private preschools with the largest student size in Arizona?

The top ranked private preschools in Arizona include Gilbert Christian Schools - District Office, Northwest Christian School and Scottsdale Christian Academy.

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