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Founded in 1961 on the principles of traditional independent education, Phoenix Country Day School, PK–12, emphasizes the development of the whole student and the acquisition of thinking skills and cooperative behaviors within the framework of an exceptional college-preparatory program. International Programs, community service requirements, and emphasis on global citizenship compliment academic, athletic and arts programs. PCDS provides a small, safe environment for its students and an active parent association welcomes new families.
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Phoenix Country Day School
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 | |
| Learning Differences Supported | Yes | |
| Year Founded | 1961 | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 699 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
| % Students of Color | 34% (AZ School Avg.: 31%) |
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| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 32 students | ||
| Kind - 34 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 36 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 40 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 40 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 45 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 47 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 62 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 68 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 60 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 60 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 55 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 63 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 57 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 93 teachers | |
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 65% | |
| Average Class Size | 15 students | |
| Number of AP Courses | 15 courses | |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
| Average SAT score | 1997 | |
| Average ACT score | 28 | |
| Matriculation Data | Link to Matriculation Data | |
| Classroom dress code | Casual (dress code applies) |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:8 (National school avg.: 1:13) |
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| School Days in Calendar Year | 175 days (AZ School Avg.: 180 days) |
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| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours (AZ School Avg.: 7 hours) |
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| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 8 / rolling | |
| Tuition Notes | $17,750 - 22,100. Almost $2 million in financial aid available. | |
| % on Financial Aid | 22% | |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $14,100 | |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% | |
| Head of School | Andrew M. Rodin | |
| Admissions Director | Kelsey Neal | |
| Admissions Associate | Sandy Orrick | |
| Sports | ||
| Total Sports Offered | 12 sports | |
Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Cheering | Cross Country | |
| Diving | Golf | |
| Lacrosse | Soccer | |
| Softball | Swimming | |
| Tennis | Volleyball | |
| Extracurriculars | ||
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 19 extracurriculars | |
Extracurriculars
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| Daybreaks- student magazine | Debate | |
| Disney Club | Eagle's Nest- student sports magazine | |
| International Club | Jr. Classical League (Latin) | |
| Mock Trial | P.R.I.S.M.- People Rising in Support of Multiculturalism | |
| S.A.D.D- Students Against Destructive Decisions | Service and Awareness Club | |
| The Phoenician- PCDS yearbook | The Radical- student mathematics publication | |
| The Spanish Club | The Video Club | |
| art club | pre med club | |
| school newspaper | student senate | |
| theater | ||
School Notes:
Founded in 1961 on the principles of traditional independent education, Phoenix Country Day School, PK–12, emphasizes the development of the whole student and the acquisition of thinking skills and cooperative behaviors within the framework of an exceptional college-preparatory program. International Programs, community service requirements, and emphasis on global citizenship compliment academic, athletic and arts programs. PCDS provides a small, safe environment for its students and an active parent association welcomes new families.
- Profile last updated: 07/05/2011
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Former D-Backs star Luis Gonzalez talks to kids about dreams, staying positive (The Arizona Republic)
posted on June 30, 2010 at 04:16:12 pm
Luis Gonzalez was this summer's first lecturer at Phoenix Country Day School's ''Project Excellence'' summer program. -
6 schools having graduations Wednesday (The Arizona Republic)
posted on May 26, 2009 at 08:52:56 pm
Six Scottsdale schools will graduate seniors Wednesday. Fountain Hills High School seniors graduate on Friday and Phoenix Country Day School seniors graduate next week. Here's a rundown of the important dates and information.
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| Population (Approximate) | 17,560 people | 14,699,187 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 70% | 25% |
| Median Household Income | $117,487 | $44,878 |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 88% / 12% | 62% / 38% |
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