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Best Arizona Blue Ribbon Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 blue ribbon private elementary schools serving 1,934 students in Arizona.
The top-ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Arizona include St. Mary-basha Catholic School, St. Cyril Elementary School, and Tucson Hebrew Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the Arizona private elementary school average acceptance rate of 86%.
86% of blue ribbon private elementary schools in Arizona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this and .

Top-Ranked Arizona Blue Ribbon Private Elementary Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Agnes Catholic School
(Catholic)
2311 E Palm Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 244-0349
Gr: K-8 | 249 students Avg. class size: 22 students
St. Cyril Elementary School
St. Cyril Elementary School Photo - A first and second grade homeroom working their calendar activities.
(Catholic)
4725 E Pima Street
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 991-9241
Gr: K-8 | 378 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 3 Blue Ribbon year: 2004 Tuition listed
St. Mary-basha Catholic School
St. Mary-basha Catholic School Photo - Our students, faculty/staff and parents gather in prayer each morning in Mary's Garden.
(Catholic)
(3)
200 West Galveston St
Chandler, AZ 85225
(480) 963-4951
Gr: PK-8 | 384 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 8 Blue Ribbon year: 1998 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Thomas The Apostle School
(Catholic)
(1)
4510 N 24th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 954-9088
Gr: PK-8 | 585 students Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 4 Blue Ribbon year: 1998, 2006 Tuition listed
Tucson Hebrew Academy
Tucson Hebrew Academy Photo - Tucson Hebrew Academy's science, technology, engineering, and math curricula provide students with a hands-on approach to their learning, beneficial to their futures regardless of career choices. Our students are guided by the spirit of discovery and excitement by professionals who excel in their industry.
(Jewish)
3888 E River Rd
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 529-3888
Gr: K-8 | 110 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Blue Ribbon year: 2005 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Calvary Chapel Christian School
(Christian)
8725 E Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 731-2100
Gr: K-12 | 203 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4
Spirit Of Hope Montessori School
Spirit Of Hope Montessori School Photo - group lesson time
Montessori School
(6)
14403 N 75th Avenue
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 334-9171
Gr: PK-1 | 25 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Arizona?
The top-ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Arizona include St. Mary-basha Catholic School, St. Cyril Elementary School, and Tucson Hebrew Academy.
How many blue ribbon private elementary schools are located in Arizona?
7 blue ribbon private elementary schools are located in Arizona.
How diverse are blue ribbon private elementary schools in Arizona?
Arizona blue ribbon private elementary schools are approximately 38% minority students, which is same as the Arizona private school average of 38%.
What percentage of blue ribbon private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Arizona?
86% of blue ribbon private elementary schools in Arizona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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