Phoenix Country Day School Photo - One of the bridges that connects the Lower and Middle Schools to the Upper School on our beautiful 40-acre campus.

Best 85253 Arizona Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 1,066 students in 85253, AZ (there are 6 public schools, serving 3,391 public students). 24% of all K-12 students in 85253, AZ are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 6%).
The top ranked private schools in 85253, AZ include Phoenix Country Day School and Camelback Desert School.
The average acceptance rate is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
33% of private schools in 85253, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

Top Ranked 85253 Arizona Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
6050 N Invergordon Rd
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 948-7520
Grades: NS-8
| n/a students
Phoenix Country Day School
Phoenix Country Day School Photo - Core curriculum for students in pre-k through fourth grade is enhanced by the study of music, art, science, physical education, technology, library science, and Spanish. Faculty and staff work together to create a nurturing environment with small classes and a challenging, comprehensive curriculum.
(4)
3901 E. Stanford Dr.
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(602) 955-8200
Grades: PK-12
| 741 students
Camelback Christian School
Alternative School (Christian)
3900 E Stanford Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(602) 957-0215
Grades: PK-K
| 75 students
Christ Church School
Christ Church School Photo - Low student-teacher ratios.
(Episcopal)
4015 E Lincoln Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(602) 381-9906
Grades: NS-4
| n/a students
4027 E Lincoln Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(602) 840-8950
Grades: K-4
| 83 students
The Jones-Gordon School
The Jones-Gordon School Photo
Special Education School
(4)
4800 E Doubletree Ranch Road
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 563-5588
Grades: 1-12
| 167 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 85253, AZ?
The top ranked private schools in 85253, AZ include Phoenix Country Day School and Camelback Desert School.
How many private schools are located in 85253?
6 private schools are located in 85253.
How diverse are private schools in 85253?
85253 private schools are approximately 23% minority students, which is lower than the Arizona private school average of 38%.
What percentage of students in 85253 go to private school?
24% of all K-12 students in 85253 are educated in private schools (compared to the AZ state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 85253?
33% of private schools in 85253 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

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