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#91 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 40% of private schools
Brightmont Academy
High School
6990 E SHEA BLVD STE 120, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#91 of 225
In Scottsdale
#6 of 17
public schools
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Brightmont Academy
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About Brightmont Academy
Brightmont Academy is a private high school in Scottsdale, AZ. Brightmont Academy serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brightmont Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Brightmont Academy 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 4:1 students to teachers, Brightmont Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brightmont Academy 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 Brightmont Academy compares to 46 public schools serving similar grades in Scottsdale, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brightmont Academy (this school) | 6.6 |
| Chaparral High School | 7.7 |
| Cocopah Middle School | 8.2 |
| Sequoya Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Scottsdale Country Day School | 9.3 |
| Cochise Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Desert Shadows Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Desert Shadows Middle School | 7.4 |
| Horizon High School | 7.5 |
| West-MEC - Horizon High School | — |
| Liberty Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Sunrise Middle School | 6.6 |
| Redfield Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Pueblo Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Saguaro High School | 8.0 |
| Cheyenne Traditional School | 9.1 |
| Laguna Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Copper Canyon Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Mohave Middle School | 7.8 |
| Desert Canyon Middle School | 8.3 |
| Desert Canyon Elementary | 9.4 |
Showing 20 of 46 schools. View all schools in Scottsdale
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
6990 E SHEA BLVD STE 120, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brightmont Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THUNDERBIRD ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chaparral High School (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FUSION SCOTTSDALE (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Scottsdale, see our Scottsdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85254 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,885
Median Home Value
$701,900
Median Rent
$1,954/mo
Population
46,655
College Educated
60.3%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
45.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brightmont Academy
What grades does Brightmont Academy serve?
Brightmont Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Brightmont Academy?
Brightmont Academy has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brightmont Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Brightmont Academy is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Brightmont Academy rank in AZ?
Brightmont Academy ranks #91 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Brightmont Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Brightmont Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brightmont Academy a private school?
Yes, Brightmont Academy 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 Brightmont Academy a religious school?
No, Brightmont Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 250 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (630) 917-0217
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