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Pio Decimo Center

848 S 7th Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85701
Pio Decimo Center is a multi-purpose family center that is committed to serving the needs of families throughout Tucson and Pima County.
We also serve some families in cochise county with financial education and free tax preparation services.
Programs are provided to children, adults, seniors and the entire family system in an integrated approach.
As part of our strength based philosophy, individuals are encouraged to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to work towards positive solutions and develop goals that will provide a clear direction for their future.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 45 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Pio Decimo Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 38%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • Pio Decimo Center is a multi-purpose family center that is committed to serving the needs of families throughout Tucson and Pima County.
  • We also serve some families in cochise county with financial education and free tax preparation services.
  • Programs are provided to children, adults, seniors and the entire family system in an integrated approach.
  • As part of our strength based philosophy, individuals are encouraged to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to work towards positive solutions and develop goals that will provide a clear direction for their future.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Elena Dwyre, CEO
    • Terry Randolph, COO
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Pio Decimo Center?
Pio Decimo Center famous alumni include: Elena Dwyre, CEO and Terry Randolph, COO.
When is the application deadline for Pio Decimo Center?
The application deadline for Pio Decimo Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Pio Decimo Center located?
Pio Decimo Center is located in the Barrio Santa Rosa neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.

School Reviews

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Pio Decimo Center is one of the oldest and longest running Pio School. The family center opened in 1946 providing families and children supportive services. By 1949 a nursery for infants, and preschoolers was started with a registered nurse volunteering to direct the nursery.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 45 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Tucson, AZ is $10,196 for elementary schools and $16,099 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tucson, AZ is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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