For the 2026 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 755 students in 85251, AZ (there are , serving 2,113 public students). 26% of all K-12 students in 85251, AZ are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).
The top-ranked private school in 85251, AZ is Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Arizona private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
Top-Ranked 85251 Arizona 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3801 N Miller Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 874-3721
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 874-3721
Gr: PK-8 | 366 students
First Impressions Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
3130 N. Hayden Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 941-4094
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 941-4094
Gr: NS-K | 86 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Scottsdale Umc Cooperative Preschool & Kdgn
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
4140 N. Miller Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 946-0570
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 946-0570
Gr: NS | 67 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ville De Marie Academy
(Catholic)
8524 East Thomas Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 947-9441
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 947-9441
Gr: K-12 | 216 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 85251, AZ?
The top-ranked private schools in 85251, AZ is Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 85251?
5 private schools are located in 85251.
How diverse are private schools in 85251?
85251 private schools are approximately 26% minority students, which is lower than the Arizona private school average of 39%.
What percentage of students in 85251 go to private school?
26% of all K-12 students in 85251 are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 7%).
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