For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,574 students in 85253, AZ (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,085 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 85253, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 85253 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Arizona public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 85253, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85253, AZ Public 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.
Evit - Chaparral High School
Vocational School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6935 E Gold Dust Ave
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-6500
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-6500
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students
Rank: #55.
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
Rank: #66.
Chaparral High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6935 E Gold Dust Ave
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-6500
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-6500
Grades: 9-12
| 2,134 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 schools in 85253, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85253, AZ include Cherokee Elementary School, Scottsdale Country Day School and Kiva Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85253, AZ?
6 public schools are located in 85253, AZ.
What percentage of students in 85253, AZ go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 85253, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85253, AZ?
85253, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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