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Camelback Desert School
Elementary School
9606 E KALIL DR, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Camelback Desert School
Camelback Desert School is an private elementary school in Scottsdale, AZ 85260. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades Pre-K – 1st with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $103,854, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 15 students, Camelback Desert School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Camelback Desert School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Camelback Desert School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Scottsdale, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Camelback Desert School (this school) | — |
| Laguna Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Cheyenne Traditional School | 8.3 |
| Redfield Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Cochise Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Desert Canyon Elementary | 8.3 |
| Anasazi Elementary | 7.6 |
| BASIS Scottsdale Primary - West Campus | 6.5 |
| Sequoya Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Mission Montessori Academy | 5.0 |
| Pueblo Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Desert Shadows Elementary School | 9.1 |
| BASIS Scottsdale Primary - East Campus | 7.8 |
| Scottsdale Country Day School | 6.0 |
| Copper Ridge School | 7.4 |
| Noah Webster Schools-Pima | 6.8 |
| Liberty Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Navajo Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Salt River Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Grayhawk Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Copper Canyon Elementary School | 7.9 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Address
- 9606 E KALIL DR, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
- Phone
- (480) 451-7453
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in AZ aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
9606 E KALIL DR, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Camelback Desert School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sonoran Sky Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Phoenix). Another option is SCOTTSDALE CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away). Additionally, Redfield Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away). For more schools in Scottsdale, see our Scottsdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,854
Median Home Value
$637,000
Median Rent
$1,969/mo
Population
39,842
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
44.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Camelback Desert School has a median household income of $103,854. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $637,000, with a median rent of $1,969/month. The local poverty rate of 5.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Camelback Desert School
What grades does Camelback Desert School serve?
Camelback Desert School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Camelback Desert School?
Camelback Desert School has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Camelback Desert School?
The student-teacher ratio at Camelback Desert School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Camelback Desert School a private school?
Yes, Camelback Desert 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 Camelback Desert School a religious school?
No, Camelback Desert School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,031/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Scottsdale). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 15
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- MARICOPA
- Phone
- (480) 451-7453
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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