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Very Good

#49 of 225 private schools in AZ

Top 21% of private schools

Phoenix Hebrew Academy

Elementary School

515 E BETHANY HOME RD, Phoenix, AZ 85012

Private

Enrollment

115

Student-Teacher

3.9:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#49 of 225

In Phoenix

#8 of 44

public schools

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Phoenix Hebrew Academy

7.3/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Phoenix Hebrew Academy

Phoenix Hebrew Academy is a private elementary school in Phoenix, AZ. Phoenix Hebrew Academy serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 3.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Phoenix Hebrew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it compares0.9 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 115 students, Phoenix Hebrew 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 3.9:1 students to teachers, Phoenix Hebrew Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Phoenix Hebrew 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 Phoenix Hebrew Academy compares to 360 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.9:1
This School
vs
16.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
115
This School
vs
501
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Phoenix Hebrew Academy Phoenix Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Phoenix Hebrew Academy (this school) 7.3
New World Educational Center 4.8
Madison Traditional Academy 8.6
Madison Rose Lane School 6.2
Learning Institute The 4.3
Madison Meadows School 6.3
Madison #1 Elementary School 6.0
Madison Richard Simis School 8.2
Solano School 3.1
Osborn Middle School 4.5
AmeriSchools Academy - Camelback 3.6
Montecito Community School 7.2
Madison Park School 5.4
Arizona Autism Charter School 5.9
Arizona Autism Charter School Upper School Campus 5.7
Imagine Camelback Middle 3.7
Imagine Camelback Elementary 2.7
Arizona Autism Charter School-Online K-8 5.3
Madison Camelview Elementary 6.5
BASIS Phoenix Central Primary 6.9
Midtown Primary School 5.5

Showing 20 of 360 schools. View all schools in Phoenix

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+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,392
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 115
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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

515 E BETHANY HOME RD, Phoenix, AZ 85012

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Phoenix Hebrew Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Madison Traditional Academy (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Madison Richard Simis School (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
New World Educational Center Phoenix 0.1 mi 4.8
NORTH PHOENIX BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL Phoenix 0.3 mi
SHEARIM TORAH HIGH SCHOOL Phoenix 0.6 mi 6.3
SHEARIM TORAH HIGH SCHOOL Phoenix 0.6 mi 6.8
Madison Traditional Academy Phoenix 0.6 mi 8.6
ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Phoenix 0.6 mi 7.1
International Commerce High School - Phoenix Phoenix 0.7 mi 6.4
Madison Rose Lane School Phoenix 0.6 mi 6.2
Learning Institute The Phoenix 0.8 mi 4.3
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Phoenix 0.8 mi
Madison Meadows School Phoenix 0.9 mi 6.3
XAVIER COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.4
VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Phoenix 1.1 mi 7.8
BROPHY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.2
Leona Connected High School Phoenix 1.1 mi 2.8
YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL OF ARIZONA Phoenix 1.3 mi 6.2
Madison Richard Simis School Phoenix 1.4 mi 8.2
Central High School Phoenix 1.5 mi 5.8
PXU City Phoenix 1.5 mi
Madison #1 Elementary School Phoenix 1.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,242

Median Home Value

$701,200

Median Rent

$1,693/mo

Population

8,880

College Educated

60%

Homeownership

39%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

37.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sierra Vista, AZ 7.3
Kiser Elementary School Gila Bend, AZ 7.3
La Tierra Community School Prescott, AZ 7.3
Mohawk Valley School Roll, AZ 7.3
Montessori Schoolhouse Tucson, AZ 7.3
STAR Charter School Flagstaff, AZ 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Phoenix Hebrew Academy

What grades does Phoenix Hebrew Academy serve?

Phoenix Hebrew Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Phoenix Hebrew Academy?

Phoenix Hebrew Academy has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Phoenix Hebrew Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Phoenix Hebrew Academy is 3.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Phoenix Hebrew Academy rank in AZ?

Phoenix Hebrew Academy ranks #49 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is Phoenix Hebrew Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Phoenix Hebrew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Phoenix Hebrew Academy a private school?

Yes, Phoenix Hebrew 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 Phoenix Hebrew Academy a religious school?

Phoenix Hebrew Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
115
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County

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