Pardes Jewish Day School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked AZ School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 288 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,650
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / May. 30
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Pardes Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Pardes Jewish Day School
Kind	31
1	29
2	36
3	29
4	36
5	33
6	30
7	34
8	30

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1993

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Fri. May 28, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

288 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

respectful of yourself and other students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31 / May. 30

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,650

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Tuition Notes

sibling discounts and affiliation discount with local congregations

% on Financial Aid

25%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$4,000

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Laurence Harris

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Flag FootballSoccer

TennisVolleyball

School Mascot

Panther

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

ChessChief Science Officer

Homework CafeJudaism and Torah Study

Stem ClubStudent Government

Arts and Music Programs:

Musical Theater Program

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Lower School Basketball Skills DevelopmentMartial Arts Club

Various after school athletic opportunities

School Notes

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.

At Pardes Jewish Day School, we embrace the model which emphasizes the integration of academics with critical social-emotional skills. This fosters an environment where students can do their best learning and become prepared to be successful contributors to the 21st-century workforce, as well as to their communities.Responsive Classroom is not a single class or special subject at Pardes. It is fully integrated into our curriculum and prevalent in every student's day. Our teachers reinforce critical social skills such as communication, collaboration, and flexibility within each and every subject. Students are expected to listen and incorporate their peers' ideas, manage differing work styles, navigate disagreements, and depend on each other for a collective outcome.This evidence-based practice has been used for more than 40 years and has been shown to improve teacher effectiveness, increase student achievement, and make for a safe, joyful school climate.
AtPardes Jewish Day School, is all about exploration and discovery. We help students build an early excitement about learning that will carry them throughmiddle school, high school, and beyond. In our classrooms, we make space for children to explore and reflect on what they've learned. As active participants in their own education, they become motivated to use their skills to change the world. Our program is grounded inJewish values, which provides students with a deep connection to their heritage and a strong sense of belonging. Our program offers an environment where innovative learning and Jewish values meet.
The atPardes Jewish Day Schoolexists to help students maximize this important season of growth and change. From sixth through eighth grade, students take on more challenging academics, navigate rapid social and emotional growth, and learn how to lead and pursue their passions through extracurricular activities.
A continuation of theResponsive Classroommodel found in Lower School, social-emotional learning is integrated into our curriculum, which allows middle school students to work on skills such as communication, collaboration, and flexibility daily. As they listen and incorporate their peers' ideas, manage differing work styles, navigate disagreements, and depend on each other for a collective outcome, they become equipped to thrive in high school, college, and careers.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lauren, Pardes Class of 2010; Xavier College Prep, Class of 2014; Lewis and Clark College, Class of 2018; Arizona State University School of Law, Class of 2024 -
- Noah, Pardes Class of 2015; Chaparral High School Class of 2019; Vanderbilt University Class of 2023 -

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Pardes Jewish Day School cost?

Pardes Jewish Day School's tuition is approximately $12,650 for private students.

What schools are Pardes Jewish Day School often compared to?

Pardes Jewish Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Phoenix Hebrew Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Pardes Jewish Day School?

The acceptance rate of Pardes Jewish Day School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 87%. Pardes Jewish Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Arizona with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from Pardes Jewish Day School?

Pardes Jewish Day School famous alumni include: Lauren, Pardes Class of 2010; Xavier College Prep, Class of 2014; Lewis and Clark College, Class of 2018; Arizona State University School of Law, Class of 2024 and Noah, Pardes Class of 2015; Chaparral High School Class of 2019; Vanderbilt University Class of 2023.

What sports does Pardes Jewish Day School offer?

Pardes Jewish Day School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is Pardes Jewish Day School's ranking?

Pardes Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Pardes Jewish Day School?

The application deadline for Pardes Jewish Day School is Jan. 31 / May. 30.

In what neighborhood is Pardes Jewish Day School located?

Pardes Jewish Day School is located in the North Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 6 other private schools located in North Scottsdale.

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The average private school tuition in Scottsdale, AZ is $18,783 for elementary schools and $19,072 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Scottsdale, AZ is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).