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Christ Church School Photo - Low student-teacher ratios.

Best Paradise Valley 草榴社区 Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 816 students in Paradise Valley, AZ.
The top-ranked private preschools in Paradise Valley, AZ include Camelback Desert School and Phoenix Country Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona private preschool average acceptance rate of 90%.
50% of private preschools in Paradise Valley, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

Top-Ranked Paradise Valley 草榴社区 Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
6050 N Invergordon Rd
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 948-7520
Gr: NS-8
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
Gr: PK-12 | 741 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Camelback Christian School
Alternative School (Christian)
3900 E Stanford Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(602) 957-0215
Gr: PK-K | 75 students Sports: 1
Christ Church School
Christ Church School Photo - Low student-teacher ratios.
(Episcopal)
4015 E Lincoln Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(602) 381-9906
Gr: NS-4 Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed

Overview

This Town (Paradise Valley)
This State (AZ)
# Schools
4 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
816 Students
47,943 Students
% Average Students of Color
25%
36%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
123 Teachers
3,400 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
37%
52%
Average Class Size
15 students
17 students
Average Number of AP Courses
15 courses
7 courses
Average SAT score
1410
(Out of 1600)
1258
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
25

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$35,800
$10,084
Average % on Financial Aid
26%
51%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,050
$4,347
Average Acceptance Rate
50%
90%
Average Endowment Size
$50 million
$25.92 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.66
0.67
# American Indian Students
4 Students
959 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
2%
# Asian Students
99 Students
1,077 Students
% Asian Students
10%
2%
# Hispanic Students
149 Students
6,868 Students
% Hispanic Students
16%
15%
# Black Students
24 Students
1,014 Students
% Black Students
3%
2%
# White Students
509 Students
15,997 Students
% White Students
53%
35%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
101 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
171 Students
19,994 Students
% of Others Students
18%
44%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
14 extracurriculars
7 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
7 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Paradise Valley, AZ?
The top-ranked private preschools in Paradise Valley, AZ include Camelback Desert School and Phoenix Country Day School.
How many private preschools are located in Paradise Valley?
4 private preschools are located in Paradise Valley.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Paradise Valley?
50% of private preschools in Paradise Valley are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

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