Phoenix Country Day School

3901 E. Stanford Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ, 85253-0850 - View a map of this school Map

School Notes Overview:

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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School Overview:

 
Phoenix Country Day School
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%)
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)
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:8
(National school avg.: 1:13)
School Days in Calendar Year 175 days
(AZ School Avg.: 180 days)
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours
(AZ School Avg.: 7 hours)
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
Baseball Basketball
Cheering Cross Country
Diving Golf
Lacrosse Soccer
Softball Swimming
Tennis Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations 19 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
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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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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