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#114 of 225 private schools in AZ

International School of Arizona

Elementary School

9522 E SAN SALVADOR DR STE 100, Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#114 of 225

In Scottsdale

#9 of 17

public schools

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About International School of Arizona

International School of Arizona is a private elementary school in Scottsdale, AZ. International School of Arizona serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. International School of Arizona has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it comparesOn par with AZ schools

6.3

This school 6.3 · Average
AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

International School of Arizona 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.

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How International School of Arizona compares to 40 public schools serving similar grades in Scottsdale, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.4:1

This School

14.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

229

This School

489

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.3

This School

8.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90% vs 0%

Black 1.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.3% vs 0%

International School of Arizona Scottsdale Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
International School of Arizona (this school)	—	229	11.4:1	6.3
Laguna Elementary School	1.2 mi	363	13:1	8.2
Cochise Elementary School	1.3 mi	642	18.9:1	9.1
Cheyenne Traditional School	2.7 mi	895	19.9:1	9.1
Redfield Elementary School	3.0 mi	438	13.7:1	9.4
Pueblo Elementary School	3.3 mi	418	13.1:1	9.4
Cocopah Middle School	3.8 mi	851	21.3:1	8.2
Desert Canyon Middle School	3.9 mi	428	17.1:1	8.3
Mohave Middle School	3.9 mi	798	6.5:1	7.8
Noah Webster Schools-Pima	3.9 mi	257	—:1	7.6
Desert Canyon Elementary	3.9 mi	470	12.7:1	9.4
BASIS Scottsdale	4.0 mi	981	—:1	8.8
Anasazi Elementary	4.0 mi	420	14.5:1	9.1
Mountainside Middle School	4.2 mi	545	16.5:1	7.6
Sequoya Elementary School	4.2 mi	565	17.7:1	9.4
Mission Montessori Academy	4.4 mi	125	—:1	7.1
BASIS Scottsdale Primary - West Campus	4.7 mi	465	—:1	7.8
Navajo Elementary School	4.9 mi	464	15.5:1	8.3
Scottsdale Country Day School	5.0 mi	131	—:1	9.3
Desert Shadows Elementary School	5.1 mi	479	14.1:1	9.1
Salt River Elementary School	5.1 mi	246	7:1	8.9

Showing 20 of 40 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

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

B 6.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.4:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.4 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 3.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 18%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 229

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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 90.0%

Two or More 7.4%

Black 1.3%

Hispanic 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9522 E SAN SALVADOR DR STE 100, Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering International School of Arizona may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redfield Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pueblo Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sonoran Sky Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scottsdale, see our Scottsdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SIERRA ACADEMY OF SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale	0.4 mi	41	6.2
SHEPHERD OF THE DESERT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Scottsdale	0.8 mi	9	—
THE UNITED SCHOOL OF AUTISM Scottsdale	0.8 mi	71	6.7
Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program Phoenix	1.1 mi	49	7.7
CAMELBACK DESERT SCHOOL Scottsdale	1.4 mi	15	—
Laguna Elementary School Scottsdale	1.2 mi	363	8.2
Cochise Elementary School Scottsdale	1.3 mi	642	9.1
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Cicero Phoenix	2.2 mi	482	9.2
Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep Phoenix	2.2 mi	492	9.0
FUSION SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale	2.2 mi	95	6.5
Cheyenne Traditional School Scottsdale	2.7 mi	895	9.1
SCOTTSDALE CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Scottsdale	2.9 mi	154	9.0
Redfield Elementary School Scottsdale	3.0 mi	438	9.4
Pueblo Elementary School Scottsdale	3.3 mi	418	9.4
NEW COVENANT LUTHERAN CHURCH CHILDREN'S MINISTRY C Scottsdale	3.6 mi	18	—
Saguaro High School Scottsdale	3.5 mi	1,423	8.0
Sonoran Sky Elementary School Phoenix	3.4 mi	515	9.3
Chaparral High School Scottsdale	3.3 mi	1,909	7.7
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY Scottsdale	3.3 mi	51	6.6
PARDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Scottsdale	3.5 mi	297	6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85258 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,171

Median Home Value

$744,600

Median Rent

$1,945/mo

Population

25,524

College Educated

63.4%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

55.3

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CHRIST'S GREENFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Gilbert, AZ	317	6.3
Imagine Bell Canyon Phoenix, AZ	252	6.3
MOST HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix, AZ	165	6.3
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Ajo Elementary School Ajo, AZ	266	6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about International School of Arizona

What grades does International School of Arizona serve?

International School of Arizona serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend International School of Arizona?

International School of Arizona has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at International School of Arizona?

The student-teacher ratio at International School of Arizona is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does International School of Arizona rank in AZ?

International School of Arizona ranks #114 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is International School of Arizona's MySchoolScout rating?

International School of Arizona has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is International School of Arizona a private school?

Yes, International School of Arizona 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 International School of Arizona a religious school?

No, International School of Arizona is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 35 Some Transit
Bike Score: 49 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 229
Gender Split: 32% M / 68% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 20
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Maricopa County
Phone: (480) 874-2326

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