For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,440 students in 85253, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85253, AZ are Cherokee Elementary School, Scottsdale Country Day School and Kiva Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85253 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85253, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85253, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8801 N 56th St
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-8700
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-8700
Grades: PK-5
| 631 students
Rank: #22.
Scottsdale Country Day School
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10460 N 56th St
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 452-5777
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 452-5777
Grades: K-8
| 145 students
Rank: #33.
Kiva Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6911 E Mcdonald Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-2200
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-2200
Grades: PK-6
| 512 students
Rank: #44.
Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6050 N Invergordon Rd
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 945-1121
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 945-1121
Grades: K-8
| 152 students
85253, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Kachina Country Day School #1 (Closed 2008)
Charter School
6602 East Malcomb Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 951-0745
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 951-0745
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
10460 N. 56th St
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 348-1333
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 348-1333
Grades: K-8
| 153 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85253, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85253, AZ include Cherokee Elementary School, Scottsdale Country Day School and Kiva Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85253, AZ?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85253, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85253, AZ?
85253, AZ public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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