For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 831 students in 85048, AZ (there are , serving 9,041 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in 85048, AZ are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).
The top ranked private school in 85048, AZ is St. John Bosco Catholic.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona private school average acceptance rate of 86%.
50% of private schools in 85048, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Top Ranked 85048 Arizona ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. John Bosco Catholic![St. John Bosco Catholic Photo]( "St. John Bosco Catholic Photo")
(Catholic)
16035 S 48th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 219-4848
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 219-4848
Gr: PK-8 | 404 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ahwatukee Foothills Montessori![Ahwatukee Foothills Montessori Photo]( "Ahwatukee Foothills Montessori Photo")
Montessori School
3221 E Chandler Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 759-3810
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 759-3810
Gr: PK-K | 80 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
Early Education Center
Alternative School (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3501 E Chandler Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 759-4047
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 759-4047
Gr: PK-K | 136 students
4515 East Muirwood Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 403-9500
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 403-9500
Gr: NS-8 | 211 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 85048, AZ?
The top ranked private schools in 85048, AZ is St. John Bosco Catholic.
How many private schools are located in 85048?
4 private schools are located in 85048.
What percentage of students in 85048 go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in 85048 are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 85048?
50% of private schools in 85048 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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