St. Peter's Episcopal Montessori School

400 S Old Litchfield Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
stpetersmontessori.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked AZ School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
  • Enrollment: 90 students
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked AZ School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
  • Enrollment: 90 students
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Peter's Episcopal Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1963
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Motto
'Within the child lies the fate of the future.'

Student Body

Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No licensed character clothing

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$350.00 non-refundable enrollment fee
% on Financial Aid
20%
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Bonnie Shearer
Admissions Associate
Diane Woodyard
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Program


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Martial Arts ClubSoccer

School Notes

  • St. Peter's has provided the west valley with quality education for over 50 years. In 2008, we became an Association Montessori Internationale accredited school, an honor given only to schools that meet the highest standards. At St. Peter's your child will thrive in an interactive and spiritual environment.
  • Infant Program 6 Weeks to 12 Months (or walking)
  • Toddler Program 12 Months to 3 Years
  • Primary 3 (fully potty-trained) years to 5 years (Kindergarten)
  • 1st to 6th Grade
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Dr. Maria Montessori was a three-times nominated Nobel Peace Prize candidate for her advocacy efforts toward a more peaceful humanity. -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of St. Peter's Episcopal Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of St. Peter's Episcopal Montessori School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
Who are famous alumni from St. Peter's Episcopal Montessori School?
St. Peter's Episcopal Montessori School famous alumni include: Dr. Maria Montessori was a three-times nominated Nobel Peace Prize candidate for her advocacy efforts toward a more peaceful humanity..
What is St. Peter's Episcopal Montessori School's ranking?
St. Peter's Episcopal Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter's Episcopal Montessori School?
The application deadline for St. Peter's Episcopal Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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The quality of education from St. Peter's Montessori School is amazing. Children as young as 6 (if they are ready) are doing long division and pre-algebra. Music is incorporated throughout the learning environment both in the primary classes and in the elementary. Outside of the classroom, children experience learning through multiple fields trips per year, including the symphony, science center, food bank, and nature hikes. My children love going to school and I only wish I would have been able to go to a school like St. Peter's when I was a child.
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The average private school tuition in Maricopa County, AZ is $13,395 for elementary schools and $16,441 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Maricopa County, AZ is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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