Phoenix Hebrew Academy vs. Pardes Jewish Day School
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School Overview
Overview
At the Phoenix Hebrew Academy, we strive for excellence in both our Judaic and General Studies programs.
In order to achieve this goal, our school emphasizes two major elements: academic excellence and personal concern for each child.
It is our goal to help our students develop a strong, positive Jewish identity, a love for Judaism and a deep sense of commitment to and involvement with Israel, the Phoenix Jewish community and our brethren worldwide.
The Phoenix Hebrew Academy, founded in 1965, is a trailblazer in the field of Jewish education in Phoenix.
We are proud of our school's achievements and eagerly anticipate the opportunity to build on our reputation and provide yet another year of quality Torah and secular education to our students, our school and the community.
Pardes Jewish Day School is a welcoming community Jewish day school committed to exceptional secular and Jewish education with a focus on academics and character development.
We cultivate students' intellectual engagement and critical thinking while inspiring a sense of purpose and accomplishment.
We believe in a strong partnership between home and school and provide innovative, stimulating, and varied learning opportunities.
We approach Jewish education through the study of text, tradition, language, and history, and encourage a love of Torah, Israel, and Klal Yisrael (the Jewish people).
At Pardes, we recognize students as individuals with their own learning styles, interests, and strengths.
Your child will be known well by their teachers, which creates a sense of security where young learners feel safe to ask questions, take risks, and fail forward.
When they don't succeed on the first try, we provide the encouragement and skills to help them feel comfortable and confident enough to try again.
This cultivates a growth mindset, which enhances learning and achievement.
Grades Offered
PK-8
K-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Year Founded
n/a
1993
Students Body
Total Students
127 students
288 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
2%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
25
-
Kindergarten Students
13
31
Grade 1 Students
14
29
Grade 2 Students
9
36
Grade 3 Students
11
29
Grade 4 Students
14
36
Grade 5 Students
11
33
Grade 6 Students
16
30
Grade 7 Students
11
34
Grade 8 Students
3
30
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
35 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
75%
Average Class Size
n/a
15
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:10
1:8
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Casual
(respectful of yourself and other students)
(respectful of yourself and other students)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 31 / May. 30
Tuition Cost
n/a
$12,650
Tuition Notes
n/a
sibling discounts and affiliation discount with local congregations
% on Financial Aid
n/a
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$4,000
Acceptance Rate
n/a
80%
Admissions Director
n/a
Laurence Harris
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
6
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
10
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
n/a
Chess, Chief Science Officer, Homework Cafe, Judaism and Torah Study, Lower School Basketball Skills Development, Martial Arts Club, Musical Theater Program, Stem Club, Student Government, Various after school athletic opportunities