St. Gregory School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked AZ School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 401 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,500
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Gregory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Gregory School
Pre-K	52
Kind	34
1	32
2	34
3	34
4	45
5	40
6	45
7	35
8	50

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Autism, learning disabilities, hearing impaired, ADHD

Year Founded

1948

Student Body

Total Students

401 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

83%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

St. Gregory Catholic School Uniform

Advanced Courses

7th grade Honors English7th grade Honors Literature

7th grade Pre-Algebra8th grade Algebra I

8th grade Honors English8th grade Honors Literature

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,500

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Tuition Notes

Tuition rage is $6,500 to $7,500 depending on grade level & parishioner status. Scholarships may cover up to 100% available based on need & application submission.

% on Financial Aid

90%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Margaret Welfelt

Admissions Associate

Lidia Quijada

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

FootballSoccer

SoftballVolleyball

School Mascot

Spartans

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

STEM ActivitiesStudent Council

Twinkle Toes

Arts and Music Programs:

Theatre

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Soccer ShotsSports Program

School Notes

Our Mission: The Community of St. Gregory Catholic School stives to be disciples of Jesus, who follow God's call to live our Catholic faith through worship, service and academic greatness.
It is a privilege to serve the children of this school. We believe every day should be a delightful journey of spiritual growth, learning, and discovery.
Our traditions and culture reflect the strong spirituality of our community, as well as the academic success and caliber of our students and staff.
St. Gregory's staff is deeply committed to high achievement for each of our students. Our mission, philosophy, and student learning expectations describe our commitment to ensuring that all of our students reach their full spiritual, academic, intellectual, and creative potential.
Our parents also play a vital role in the education of our children and offer incredible support in and out of the classroom.

Educating Hearts and Minds since 1948
Advanced Curriculum
Welcoming Community
Extracurricular Activities
Early Day & Extended Day Services

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Gregory School cost?

St. Gregory School's tuition is approximately $7,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Gregory School?

The acceptance rate of St. Gregory School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

What sports does St. Gregory School offer?

St. Gregory School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.

What is St. Gregory School's ranking?

St. Gregory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Gregory School?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Gregory School located?

St. Gregory School is located in the Encanto Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 2 other private schools located in Encanto Village.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 4/7/2017

I really love this school and I've been here since pretty school I've made some pretty great friends over the years and this school is always and forever will be my St.Gregory family and if Mrs.Graves or Mrs.DeGrose is reading this thank for doing my idea of the sticky notes

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Anoymous

5 5/17/2016

We attended Grandparents Day and met our 2 grandson's teachers, who were preschool and kindergarten. They were very friendly and knowledgeable. The children were all very happy and well managed. I think Saint Gregory's School is wonderfully diverse and focused on learning. Sincerely, Mark Tellier

- Posted by Parent - mjtel

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Phoenix, AZ is $13,303 for elementary schools and $17,037 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Phoenix, AZ is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).