Smart Schools serves 273 students in grades 6-12. The student:teacher of Smart Schools is 46:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked AZ School
- School Type: Alternative School / Online School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 273 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Smart Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
2014
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
Student Body
Total Students
273 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
64%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$99 per month
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smart Schools's ranking?
Smart Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Smart Schools?
The application deadline for Smart Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Smart Schools located?
Smart Schools is located in the Superstition Springs neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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The nearest high school to Smart Schools is Dobson-montessori School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Timothy Catholic School (1.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Alma Mesa KinderCare (1.7 miles away)
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Alternative School
4302 E Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 737-2808
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 737-2808
9.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Vita Schools of Innovation ![Vita Schools of Innovation Photo]( "Vita Schools of Innovation Photo")
Alternative School
4302 E Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 737-2808
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 737-2808
9.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Timothy Catholic School
(Catholic)
2520 S Alma School Road
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 775-2650
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 775-2650
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 175 students Avg. class size: 25 students 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
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK
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
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 110 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Timothy Catholic Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
1730 W Guadalupe Rd
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 775-5238
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 775-5238
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 90 students
Desert Sun Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
1512 W Elliot Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 831-1718
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 831-1718
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 81 students
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Location
Miles
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
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 110 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Pathways School
Special Education School
1540 N Burk St
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 259-7788
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 259-7788
3.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 121 students
William K Eaton School
All-boys | Alternative School
868 E University Dr
Mesa, AZ 85203
(480) 969-4024
Mesa, AZ 85203
(480) 969-4024
3.4 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 46 students Avg. class size: 13 students
2150 E Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 420-6630
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 420-6630
3.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 2,292 students Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Timothy Catholic School
(Catholic)
2520 S Alma School Road
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 775-2650
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 775-2650
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 175 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 110 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Queen Of Peace Catholic School
(Catholic)
109 N Macdonald
Mesa, AZ 85201
(480) 969-0226
Mesa, AZ 85201
(480) 969-0226
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students
700 S. Islands Drive West
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 993-3393
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 993-3393
3 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 32 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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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
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK
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
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 110 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Timothy Catholic Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
1730 W Guadalupe Rd
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 775-5238
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 775-5238
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 90 students
Desert Sun Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
1512 W Elliot Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 831-1718
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 831-1718
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 81 students
Mesa KinderCare ![Mesa KinderCare Photo - Lobby]( "Mesa KinderCare Photo - Lobby")
Daycare / Preschool
1810 East Southern Ave.
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 892-9327
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 892-9327
2.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 84 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
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3/
Bottom 50%10
131 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 964-4602
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 964-4602
1.1 miles
Gr: K-6 | 634 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 45% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
825 W Medina Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 472-4000
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 472-4000
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 446 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1313 W Medina Ave
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-3686
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-3686
1.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 694 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 63:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1460 S Horne
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 890-4001
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 890-4001
1.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
(Math: 24% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
930 S Sirrine
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 472-6400
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 472-6400
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 572 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
School Reviews
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