For the 2026 school year, there are 5 private preschools serving 1,128 students in 85282, AZ.
The top-ranked private preschools in 85282, AZ include Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School and Grace Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona private preschool average acceptance rate of 90%.
80% of private preschools in 85282, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Christian).
Top-Ranked 85282 Arizona 草榴社区 Preschools (2026)
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Grace Christian Academy ![Grace Christian Academy Photo - Education In CHRIST = Preparation For LIFE Grace Christian Academy Photo - Education In CHRIST = Preparation For LIFE]()

(Christian)
1200 E Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 966-5022
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 966-5022
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
2117 S Rural Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-5567
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-5567
Gr: PK-8 | 502 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Acceptance rate listed
715 W Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-3991
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-3991
Gr: PK-8 | 171 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Tempe Christian PreSchool
Daycare / Preschool (Church of the Nazarene)
3929 S Rural Road
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 838-2866
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 838-2866
Gr: NS-PK | 170 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private preschools in 85282, AZ?
The top-ranked private preschools in 85282, AZ include Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School and Grace Christian Academy.
How many private preschools are located in 85282?
5 private preschools are located in 85282.
How diverse are private preschools in 85282?
85282 private preschools are approximately 31% minority students, which is lower than the Arizona private school average of 36%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in 85282?
80% of private preschools in 85282 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Christian).
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