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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 Paradise Valley ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 private elementary schools serving 991 students in Paradise Valley, AZ.
The top ranked private elementary schools 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 elementary school average acceptance rate of 85%.
20% of private elementary schools in Paradise Valley, AZ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal).

Top Ranked Paradise Valley ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Elementary Schools (2025-26)

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
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
4027 E Lincoln Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(602) 840-8950
Gr: K-4 | 83 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
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
Gr: 1-12 | 167 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Paradise Valley, AZ?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Paradise Valley, AZ include Camelback Desert School and Phoenix Country Day School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Paradise Valley?
5 private elementary schools are located in Paradise Valley.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Paradise Valley?
Paradise Valley private elementary schools are approximately 23% minority students, which is lower than the Arizona private school average of 39%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Paradise Valley?
20% of private elementary schools in Paradise Valley are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal).

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