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#146 of 225 private schools in AZ
Awakening Seed School
Elementary School
6630 S 40TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85042
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#146 of 225
In Phoenix
#32 of 44
public schools
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About Awakening Seed School
Awakening Seed School is a private elementary school in Phoenix, AZ. Awakening Seed School serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Awakening Seed School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, Awakening Seed School 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, Awakening Seed School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Awakening Seed School 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
BetaHow Awakening Seed School compares to 293 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Awakening Seed School (this school) | 5.8 |
| South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy | 5.9 |
| Nevitt Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Desert Marigold School | 7.0 |
| Phoenix International Academy | 8.8 |
| Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School | 5.4 |
| T G Barr School | 6.5 |
| Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center | 7.0 |
| BASIS Ahwatukee | 8.8 |
| Percy L Julian School | 5.4 |
| Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy of Arizona | 2.7 |
| The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix | 5.0 |
| Kyrene de las Lomas School | 6.4 |
| John F Kennedy Elementary School | 3.6 |
| C O Greenfield School | 5.1 |
| Irene Lopez School | 7.7 |
| South Mountain Preparatory Academy | 7.1 |
| Great Hearts Online - Arizona | — |
| Champion Schools | 5.3 |
| Kyrene de la Colina School | 7.7 |
| Maxine O Bush Elementary School | 5.5 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6630 S 40TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Awakening Seed School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Phoenix International Academy (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Gervin Prep Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Skyline Prep High School Chandler | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| South Valley Prep and Arts School Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Nevitt Elementary School Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Phoenix International Academy Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Pinnacle High School - Tempe Tempe | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pinnacle Online High School Tempe | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| George Gervin Prep Academy Tempe | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Desert Marigold School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Frank Elementary School Guadalupe | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| BASIS Ahwatukee Phoenix | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| T G Barr School Phoenix | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center Phoenix | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba South Pointe Elementary Scho Tempe | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| 91ST PSALM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Phoenix | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Percy L Julian School Phoenix | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Holdeman Elementary School Tempe | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| NOOR ACADEMY OF ARIZONA Tempe | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| AAEC - SMCC Campus Phoenix | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,837
Median Home Value
$353,400
Median Rent
$1,495/mo
Population
45,575
College Educated
31.7%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Awakening Seed School
What grades does Awakening Seed School serve?
Awakening Seed School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Awakening Seed School?
Awakening Seed School has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Awakening Seed School?
The student-teacher ratio at Awakening Seed School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Awakening Seed School rank in AZ?
Awakening Seed School ranks #146 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Awakening Seed School's MySchoolScout rating?
Awakening Seed School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Awakening Seed School a private school?
Yes, Awakening Seed School 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 Awakening Seed School a religious school?
No, Awakening Seed School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 184 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (602) 454-2606
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