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#62 of 225 private schools in AZ

Top 27% of private schools

Accel

School

10251 N 35TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85051

Private

Enrollment

184

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#62 of 225

In Phoenix

#12 of 44

public schools

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Accel

7.1/10

School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Accel

Accel is a private school in Phoenix, AZ. Accel serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Accel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it compares0.8 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 184 students, Accel is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Accel sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Accel is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Accel compares to 443 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
This School
vs
17.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
184
This School
vs
516
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 42.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 39.7% vs 0%
Black 12.5% vs 0%
Asian 0.5% vs 0%
Accel Phoenix Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Accel (this school) 7.1
Intelli-School - Metro Center 5.7
Abraham Lincoln Traditional School 8.2
Cactus Wren Elementary School 4.0
Lakeview Elementary School 7.4
Cholla Middle School 6.0
Imagine Cortez Park Elementary 4.9
Cortez High School 5.7
Imagine Cortez Park Middle 4.6
West-MEC - Cortez High School
Sage Academy 4.4
Alta Vista Elementary School 3.7
Moon Valley High School 6.7
West-MEC - Moon Valley High School
Tumbleweed Elementary School 7.8
Vista College Preparatory - Metro North Middle 7.5
Vista College Preparatory - Metro North Elementary 7.4
Manzanita Elementary School 6.1
Sahuaro School 7.4
CASA Academy 6.7
Washington Elementary School 3.8

Showing 20 of 443 schools. View all schools in Phoenix

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 63%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 184
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 42.9%
Hispanic 39.7%
Black 12.5%
Two or More 2.7%
Native American 1.6%
Asian 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10251 N 35TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85051

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Accel may also want to explore other schools in the area. Abraham Lincoln Traditional School (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tumbleweed Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lakeview Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Intelli-School - Metro Center Phoenix 0.1 mi 5.7
ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix 0.3 mi 6.2
ThrivePoint High School at Metro Glendale 0.5 mi 4.5
Abraham Lincoln Traditional School Phoenix 0.7 mi 8.2
Cactus Wren Elementary School Phoenix 0.7 mi 4.0
Cholla Middle School Phoenix 0.8 mi 6.0
Lakeview Elementary School Phoenix 0.8 mi 7.4
Imagine Cortez Park Elementary Phoenix 0.9 mi 4.9
Imagine Cortez Park Middle Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.6
Cortez High School Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.7
West-MEC - Cortez High School Phoenix 1.0 mi
Alta Vista Elementary School Phoenix 1.1 mi 3.7
West-MEC - Moon Valley High School Phoenix 1.1 mi
Moon Valley High School Phoenix 1.1 mi 6.7
Sage Academy Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.4
Tumbleweed Elementary School Phoenix 1.2 mi 7.8
Manzanita Elementary School Phoenix 1.5 mi 6.1
Sahuaro School Phoenix 1.6 mi 7.4
CASA Academy Phoenix 1.7 mi 6.7
Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy Glendale 1.5 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,665

Median Home Value

$288,300

Median Rent

$1,256/mo

Population

45,484

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

54.6%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Accel

What grades does Accel serve?

Accel serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Accel?

Accel has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Accel?

The student-teacher ratio at Accel is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Accel rank in AZ?

Accel ranks #62 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is Accel's MySchoolScout rating?

Accel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Accel a private school?

Yes, Accel is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Accel a religious school?

No, Accel is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
184
Gender Split
75% M / 25% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County

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