Pardes Jewish Day School

3916 Paradise Lane, Phoenix, AZ, 85032 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

Pardes, from the Hebrew word for orchard,speaks to our goal-the growth and development of each and every child. At Pardes, students are inspired and motivated to reach their personal best. Challenging subject matter-taught by a highly qualified and dedicated faculty-helps students develop intellectual curiosity, creativity, independence, a lifelong love of learning and a sense of responsibilty and respect toward others....

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School Overview:

 
Pardes Jewish Day School
School Membership(s) Alabama Association of Independent Schools (AAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Other religious school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Jewish
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 8
Year Founded 1993
County Maricopa County, AZ
Student Body
Total Students 280 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(AZ) School Avg.
% Students of Color 5% 27%
Students by Grade
Kind - 45 students
Grade 1 - 42 students
Grade 2 - 34 students
Grade 3 - 26 students
Grade 4 - 26 students
Grade 5 - 31 students
Grade 6 - 31 students
Grade 7 - 25 students
Grade 8 - 20 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 40 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 50%
Average Class Size 15
Classroom dress code Casual
(respectful of yourself and other students)
This School
(AZ) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio n/a * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $12,100
Tuition Notes sibling discounts and affiliation discount with local congregations
% on Financial Aid 25%
Average Financial Aid Grant $4,000
Acceptance Rate 80%
Head of School Jill Kessler
Admissions Director Laurence Harris

School Notes:

  • From modest beginnings in 1993 with only 12 students, Pardes has become the fastest growing Jewish Day School in Phoenix and a fully accredited institution that is now home to more than 280 K-8 students. On our new five acre campus, Pardes has forged a partnership among students, parents, faculty, staff and Board of Directors - who together form a vibrant student focused communtiy.
  • Walk into any Pardes classroom today, and there is a sense of excitement and discovery. Strong academics, Jewish values and learning, and a caring, supportive community are the cornerstones of our dynamic learning environment.
  • Pardes students are awarded winners in state, regional and national science fairs, literary and arts competitions and are members of the National Junior Honor Society. Graduates attend the finest public and private secondary schools.
  • The core curriculum includes Language arrs, social studies, mathematics, science, Hebrew and Jewish sties Teaching specialists offer: Spanish, music, art drama, technology and physical education.
  • Jewish Studies includes study of Bible and Midrash, Jewish history, ethics and Hebrew.
  • After-School enrichment offers: Dance, choir, gynastics, technology, karate and a growing sports program competing in the Mountain Valley Athletic Association league.
  • Profile last updated: 08/05/2009

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About This Zipcode (85032)
School Zip (85032)
(AZ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 69,189 people 5,130,874 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 31% 25%
Population Average Age 33 years old 34 years old
Average Household size 2.6 persons 2.4 persons
Median Household Income $43,406 $44,677
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 4.9 rooms 5.0 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 27 years old 29 years old
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