Phoenix Country Day School

3901 E. Stanford Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ, 85253-0850
Tel: (602)955-8200
Grades: PK - 12 | 699 students
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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.

School Overview:
Phoenix Country Day School
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Learning Programs Supported Yes
Year Founded 1961
Student Body
Total Students 699 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 34% (AZ School Avg.: 36%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 93 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 8:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced 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)
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%
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 Extracurriculars 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

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Nearby Schools:

Phoenix Country Day School
Gr. PK-12 | 0 mi. away
Camelback Christian School
Gr. K | 0 mi. away
Desert View Learning Center
Gr. K-5 | 1 mi. away
Christ Lutheran School
Gr. K-9 | 1.5 mi. away
St Thomas The Apostle School
Gr. K-9 | 2.2 mi. away
Holy Trinity Academy
Gr. PK-4 | 2.6 mi. away

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School Reviews:

  • Recommended January 31,2013 - I truly enjoyed having two "lifers" attending PCDS from Pre-K through High School Graduation. Quality of the teachers , facilities second to none. Safe. Both students played sports, one in Jazz Band and one in art. Sports was a surprise with multiple accolades in state tournaments and plenty of playing time.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended June 20,2012 - As a former student, I cannot begin to describe how much I enjoyed my 10 years at PCDS. From the excellent, caring faculty and staff to the bright, talented student body, PCDS has so much to offer. I gained so much more than a diploma, I learned how to carry myself, how to interact effectively with those around me, and how to problem solve. These skills have proved to be far more valuable than anything else I could gained from a elementary and high school education. Yet that is not to say I didn''t receive a fabulous education. My class had 20 National Merit Semifinalists and had many students attend Ivy League Institutions and many other extremely competitive colleges and universities. Furthermore, my education at PCDS more than adequately prepared me for my college courses. I feel more capable and better equipped at my college than many of my well-qualified peers. PCDS has more success, fun, and opportunities than schools more than three times its size. Students can participate in multiple clubs, sports, and productions while still getting a first-class education. Yes, the school isn''t perfect, yes the curriculum and workload are challenging, but the experiences gained from attending PCDS far outweigh the problem areas. If you are looking for a school with a close-knit genuine community, varied and strong extracurricular activities from a championship basketball team to a talent-filled drama production, excellent and rigorous academics, teachers that truly care about their students'' success, and students who want to have fun as much as they want to succeed, Phoenix Country Day School is the place for you.*-Posted by Student/Alumni *

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