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#193 of 225 private schools in AZ

Desert Jewish Academy

Elementary School

3400 N DOBSON RD, Chandler, AZ 85224

Private

Enrollment

32

Student-Teacher

6.7:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#193 of 225

In Chandler

#9 of 9

public schools

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Desert Jewish Academy

5.1/10

Elementary School in Chandler · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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About Desert Jewish Academy

Desert Jewish Academy is a private elementary school in Chandler, AZ. Desert Jewish Academy serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert Jewish Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #193 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it compares1.3 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, Desert Jewish 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Desert Jewish Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Desert Jewish 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

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How Desert Jewish Academy compares to 67 public schools serving similar grades in Chandler, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
32
This School
vs
840
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.1
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.9% vs 0%
Asian 3.1% vs 0%
Desert Jewish Academy Chandler Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Desert Jewish Academy (this school) 5.1
Summit Academy 7.9
Pomeroy Elementary School 7.2
Dobson Academy The - A Ball Charter School 5.0
Sirrine Montessori Center 4.8
John M Andersen Elementary School 6.5
Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman 9.0
John M Andersen Jr High School 4.5
Primavera - Online 6.0
Vector Prep and Arts Academy 3.6
Knox Gifted Academy 9.7
Paragon Science Academy 7.2
Kyrene del Cielo School 8.8
Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary 7.9
Bright Beginnings School #1 9.1
Arizona College Prep Middle School 9.5
Kyrene Traditional Academy 7.6
Legacy Traditional School - North Chandler 7.4
Kyrene Aprende Middle School 7.2
Kyrene de las Brisas School 7.9
Shumway Leadership Academy 5.7

Showing 20 of 67 schools. View all schools in Chandler

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)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 6%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.9 / 10
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Enrollment 32
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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 96.9%
Asian 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3400 N DOBSON RD, Chandler, AZ 85224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Desert Jewish Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franklin Accelerated Academy - Jordan Campus (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fuller Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Summit Academy Chandler 0.4 mi 7.9
DESERT SUN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Chandler 0.6 mi
Dobson High School Mesa 0.7 mi 6.0
EVIT - Dobson High School Mesa 0.7 mi
Pomeroy Elementary School Chandler 1.0 mi 7.2
Dobson Academy The - A Ball Charter School Chandler 1.1 mi 5.0
Kaizen Education Foundation dba El Dorado High School Chandler 1.1 mi 3.3
VALLEY CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tempe 1.2 mi 5.9
BRIGHT HORIZONS FAMILY CENTER Tempe 1.2 mi
ASDB - ELP FBC East Valley Preschool Tucson 1.4 mi
Eagleridge Enrichment Program Mesa 1.4 mi 4.3
Franklin Accelerated Academy - Jordan Campus Mesa 1.4 mi 8.8
ST TIMOTHY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mesa 1.4 mi 7.4
Rhodes Junior High School Mesa 1.8 mi 3.2
John M Andersen Elementary School Chandler 2.0 mi 6.5
Fuller Elementary School Tempe 1.8 mi 8.2
Crismon Elementary School Mesa 1.8 mi 6.4
Washington Elementary School Mesa 2.0 mi 6.4
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Chandler Phoenix 1.9 mi 7.5
Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman Chandler 2.0 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,886

Median Home Value

$391,000

Median Rent

$1,785/mo

Population

48,304

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

53.8%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Desert Jewish Academy

What grades does Desert Jewish Academy serve?

Desert Jewish Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Desert Jewish Academy?

Desert Jewish Academy has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Jewish Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Desert Jewish Academy is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Desert Jewish Academy rank in AZ?

Desert Jewish Academy ranks #193 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is Desert Jewish Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Desert Jewish Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Desert Jewish Academy a private school?

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

Is Desert Jewish Academy a religious school?

Desert Jewish Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
32
Gender Split
38% M / 62% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County

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