For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 285 students in 85210, AZ (there are , serving 7,672 public students). 4% of all K-12 students in 85210, AZ are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).
The top-ranked private school in 85210, AZ is Dobson-montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Arizona private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
33% of private schools in 85210, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top-Ranked 85210 Arizona 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dobson-montessori School ![Dobson-montessori School Photo - Arranging flowers grown in the school garden.]( "Dobson-montessori School Photo - Arranging flowers grown in the school garden.")
Special Program Emphasis
745 S. Extension
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 962-1432
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 962-1432
Gr: PK-12 | 110 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Alma Mesa KinderCare ![Alma Mesa KinderCare Photo - Alma Mesa KinderCare]( "Alma Mesa KinderCare Photo - Alma Mesa KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
2862 South Alma School Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 839-3997
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 839-3997
Gr: NS-PK
St. Timothy Catholic School
(Catholic)
2520 S Alma School Road
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 775-2650
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 775-2650
Gr: K-8 | 175 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 85210, AZ?
The top-ranked private schools in 85210, AZ is Dobson-montessori School.
How many private schools are located in 85210?
3 private schools are located in 85210.
What percentage of students in 85210 go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in 85210 are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 85210?
33% of private schools in 85210 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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