For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,539 students in 85253, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85253, AZ are Cherokee Elementary School, Kiva Elementary School and Scottsdale Country Day 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 72% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85253, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8801 N 56th St
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-8700
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-8700
Gr: PK-5 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Kiva Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6911 E Mcdonald Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-2200
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-2200
Gr: PK-6 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Scottsdale Country Day School
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10460 N 56th St
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 452-5777
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 452-5777
Gr: K-8 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
85253, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6602 East Malcomb Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 951-0745
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 951-0745
Gr: K-6
10460 N. 56th St
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 348-1333
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 348-1333
Gr: K-8 | 153 students Minority enrollment: 43%
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, Kiva Elementary School and Scottsdale Country Day School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85253?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85253.
What is the racial composition of students in 85253?
85253 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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