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#89 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 39% of private schools
Carden Christian Academy Central
Elementary School
2727 N SWAN RD, Tucson, AZ 85712
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#89 of 225
In Tucson
#19 of 36
public schools
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Carden Christian Academy Central
Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carden Christian Academy Central
Carden Christian Academy Central is a private elementary school in Tucson, AZ. Carden Christian Academy Central serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Carden Christian Academy Central has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Carden Christian Academy Central 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Carden Christian Academy Central sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Carden Christian Academy Central 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 Carden Christian Academy Central compares to 217 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carden Christian Academy Central (this school) | 6.6 |
| W V Whitmore Elementary School | 4.5 |
| John B Wright Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Academy Adventures Midtown | — |
| Davidson Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Desert Sky Community School | 8.1 |
| Tucson Unified Virtual Academy | 6.7 |
| Catalina High School | 5.2 |
| BASIS Tucson North | 8.4 |
| Adventure School | 3.9 |
| Ida Flood Dodge Traditional Middle Magnet School | 6.2 |
| Khalsa School | 8.0 |
| BASIS Tucson Primary | 6.8 |
| Mary Meredith K-12 School | — |
| Doolen Middle School | 5.7 |
| University High School | 9.1 |
| Rincon High School | 5.8 |
| Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson | 5.1 |
| Howell Peter Elementary | 6.1 |
| Blenman Elementary School | 3.9 |
| La Paloma Academy | 5.7 |
Showing 20 of 217 schools. View all schools in Tucson
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
2727 N SWAN RD, Tucson, AZ 85712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carden Christian Academy Central may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Desert Sky Community School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Khalsa School (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TUCSON HEBREW ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John B Wright Elementary School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| W V Whitmore Elementary School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| THE GREGORY SCHOOL Tucson | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Desert Sky Community School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Davidson Elementary School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CASTLEHILL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Tucson | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Academy Adventures Midtown Tucson | 1.2 mi | — |
| TUCSON HEBREW ACADEMY Tucson | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Tucson Unified Virtual Academy Tucson | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Catalina High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| BASIS Tucson North Tucson | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY OF TUCSON Tucson | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Adventure School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Mary Meredith K-12 School Tucson | 1.9 mi | — |
| Khalsa School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Ida Flood Dodge Traditional Middle Magnet School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BASIS Tucson Primary Tucson | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| TUCSON WALDORF SCHOOL Tucson | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| PCJTED - Rincon High School Tucson | 2.1 mi | — |
| University High School Tucson | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,185
Median Home Value
$250,400
Median Rent
$947/mo
Population
31,964
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
40.8%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
43.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carden Christian Academy Central
What grades does Carden Christian Academy Central serve?
Carden Christian Academy Central serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Carden Christian Academy Central?
Carden Christian Academy Central has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carden Christian Academy Central?
The student-teacher ratio at Carden Christian Academy Central is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Carden Christian Academy Central rank in AZ?
Carden Christian Academy Central ranks #89 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Carden Christian Academy Central's MySchoolScout rating?
Carden Christian Academy Central 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 Carden Christian Academy Central a private school?
Yes, Carden Christian Academy Central is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Carden Christian Academy Central a religious school?
Carden Christian Academy Central has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 318-3824
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