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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 85253


At a glance
6
Schools
3,312
Students
4
Districts
2
5-star schools
Top rankedCherokee Elementary School7th of 909 Arizona elementary schools
Smallest classes
Montessori Academy 11.8 students per teacher
Summary:

The 85253 zip code area of Scottsdale, Arizona is home to a diverse set of high-performing schools, including 4 Scottsdale Unified District elementary schools and 2 public charter schools. These schools serve students from prekindergarten through 12th grade, with one standout Chaparral High School in the area.

Several schools in the 85253 zip code stand out for their exceptional academic performance, including Cherokee Elementary School, ranked 7th out of 909 Arizona elementary schools, and Kiva Elementary School, ranked 45th. These schools consistently outperform district and state averages on standardized tests, with 69-93% of students proficient or better in various subjects. Additionally, the Scottsdale Country Day School, a public charter elementary/middle school, is ranked 44th out of 912 Arizona elementary schools and boasts exceptional test scores, with 81-92% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

The data also reveals some interesting differences between the district-run schools and the public charter schools in the area. The charter schools, Scottsdale Country Day School and Montessori Academy, have higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratios compared to the district schools, which may contribute to their strong academic performance. However, Chaparral High School has a relatively high dropout rate of 5.2%, which is an area of concern that may warrant further investigation.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arizona Department of Education.

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