The staff of St. Thomas the Apostle, as Christian educators, considers it a basic responsibility to develop in each student a strong desire to reach his/her maximum potential.
We believe the Catholic environment of the school should make it possible to provide for the spiritual, intellectual, psychological, social, cultural, and physical development of each individual student so that the student may continue to grow in each area.
Therefore, the Christian environment gives testimony to Catholic morals, values, and ethics in society and in the Church.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Average class size: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Thomas The Apostle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1953
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1998, 2006
Student Body
Total Students
585 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
66%
Average Class Size
27 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition based on Catholic/Non Catholic
% on Financial Aid
33%
Admissions Director
Stephanie Heller
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: LIFE AND MESSAGE OF CHRIST
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Thomas The Apostle School offer?
St. Thomas The Apostle School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football and Volleyball.
What is St. Thomas The Apostle School's ranking?
St. Thomas The Apostle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas The Apostle School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas The Apostle School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Thomas The Apostle School located?
St. Thomas The Apostle School is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 8 other private schools located in Camelback East Village.
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School Reviews
5 7/27/2012
I have a 5th grader in public school but would like info on enrolling him at st. Thomas. Please call me or e-mail at art@glcon.com to pick up application and the fee. Thank you, Arthur Luera 602-738-7612 (cell)
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