Very Good
#24 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 10% of private schools
Sierra School of Peoria
School
8155 W THUNDERBIRD RD, Peoria, AZ 85381
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#24 of 225
In Peoria
#1 of 6
public schools
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Sierra School of Peoria
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About Sierra School of Peoria
Sierra School of Peoria is a private school in Peoria, AZ. Sierra School of Peoria serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sierra School of Peoria has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 86 students, Sierra School of Peoria is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Sierra School of Peoria sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sierra School of Peoria is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sierra School of Peoria compares to 40 public schools serving similar grades in Peoria, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sierra School of Peoria (this school) | 7.7 |
| Centennial High School | 6.8 |
| Oasis Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Sky View Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Paseo Verde Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Oakwood Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Cheyenne Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Peoria Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Desert Harbor Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Peoria Flex Academy | 6.8 |
| Peoria High School | 5.9 |
| RCB College Preparatory Academy | — |
| Sundance Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Peoria Accelerated High School | 3.7 |
| Ira A Murphy | 4.5 |
| Santa Fe Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Ombudsman - Charter Northwest | 4.3 |
| Sonoran Science Academy-Peoria | 6.7 |
| Alta Loma School | 5.0 |
| Apache Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Cotton Boll School | 5.8 |
Showing 20 of 40 schools. View all schools in Peoria
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8155 W THUNDERBIRD RD, Peoria, AZ 85381
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sierra School of Peoria may also want to explore other schools in the area. Legacy Traditional School - Glendale (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Oasis Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Desert Harbor Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Centennial High School Peoria | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ARROWHEAD MONTESSORI Peoria | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Oasis Elementary School Peoria | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Sky View Elementary School Peoria | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ARROWHEAD Peoria | 0.7 mi | — |
| Paseo Verde Elementary School Peoria | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| SOUTHWEST INDIAN SCHOOLS/LIVING WORD ACADEMY Peoria | 1.1 mi | — |
| Peoria Elementary School Peoria | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Cheyenne Elementary School Peoria | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Peoria High School Peoria | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Peoria Flex Academy Peoria | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Desert Harbor Elementary School Peoria | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Oakwood Elementary School Peoria | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| RCB College Preparatory Academy Peoria | 1.7 mi | — |
| Academy of Math and Science Peoria Advanced Tucson | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Sundance Elementary School Peoria | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ACES-PEORIA Peoria | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Glendale Glendale | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Peoria Accelerated High School Peoria | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Ira A Murphy Peoria | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85381 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,442
Median Home Value
$407,900
Median Rent
$1,726/mo
Population
26,895
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sierra School of Peoria
What grades does Sierra School of Peoria serve?
Sierra School of Peoria serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Sierra School of Peoria?
Sierra School of Peoria has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra School of Peoria?
The student-teacher ratio at Sierra School of Peoria is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sierra School of Peoria rank in AZ?
Sierra School of Peoria ranks #24 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Sierra School of Peoria's MySchoolScout rating?
Sierra School of Peoria has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sierra School of Peoria a private school?
Yes, Sierra School of Peoria is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sierra School of Peoria a religious school?
No, Sierra School of Peoria is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 86
- Gender Split
- 79% M / 21% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (623) 209-1000
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