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#40 of 225 private schools in AZ

Top 17% of private schools

The Jones-gordon School

School

4800 E DOUBLETREE RANCH RD, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Private

Enrollment

146

Student-Teacher

5.7:1

Score

7.4

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#40 of 225

In Paradise Valley

#1 of 3

public schools

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The Jones-gordon School

7.4/10

School in Paradise Valley · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.2/10

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About The Jones-gordon School

The Jones-gordon School is a private school in Paradise Valley, AZ. The Jones-gordon School serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Jones-gordon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it compares1.1 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 146 students, The Jones-gordon School 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, The Jones-gordon School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Jones-gordon School 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 The Jones-gordon School compares to the 3 public schools in Paradise Valley, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.7:1
This School
vs
16.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
146
This School
vs
450
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
8.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.2% vs 0%
Asian 10.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.5% vs 0%
The Jones-gordon School Paradise Valley Public Avg

All Schools in Paradise Valley

School Rating
The Jones-gordon School (this school) 7.4
Cherokee Elementary School 9.2
Montessori Academy 7.9
Kiva Elementary School 9.2

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 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,230.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 31%
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 146
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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 82.2%
Asian 10.3%
Hispanic 5.5%
Two or More 2.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4800 E DOUBLETREE RANCH RD, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Jones-gordon School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sweetwater Community School (rated 6.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), with a comparable rating. Additionally, IGNITE LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Scottsdale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Paradise Valley, see our Paradise Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Cherokee Elementary School Paradise Valley 1.0 mi 9.2
Scottsdale Country Day School Scottsdale 1.3 mi 9.3
Accelerated Learning Center Phoenix 1.3 mi 4.3
GATEWAY ACADEMY Phoenix 1.5 mi 7.6
COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Phoenix 1.7 mi
IGNITE LEARNING ACADEMY Scottsdale 2.1 mi 6.3
DESERT VOICES ORAL LEARNING CENTER Phoenix 2.0 mi
CHAPARRAL CHRISTIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Scottsdale 2.2 mi
BLESSED SACRAMENT PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Scottsdale 2.3 mi
Sweetwater Community School Phoenix 2.7 mi 6.5
Sequoya Elementary School Scottsdale 2.5 mi 9.4
DESERT VIEW LEARNING CENTER Paradise Valley 2.8 mi 4.8
CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOL Paradise Valley 2.8 mi 5.5
Desert Shadows Middle School Scottsdale 2.9 mi 7.4
Desert Shadows Elementary School Scottsdale 2.9 mi 9.1
Cocopah Middle School Scottsdale 2.7 mi 8.2
BASIS Phoenix Phoenix 2.8 mi 8.9
BASIS Phoenix Primary Phoenix 2.8 mi 8.6
Shadow Mountain High School Phoenix 2.7 mi 7.9
Mercury Mine Elementary School Phoenix 2.6 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85253 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$182,150

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$1,935/mo

Population

17,202

College Educated

70.7%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

54

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INTERMOUNTAIN ACADEMY Tucson, AZ 7.4
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San Simon School San Simon, AZ 7.4
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AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT Tucson, AZ 7.3
TIA West Tucson, AZ 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Jones-gordon School

What grades does The Jones-gordon School serve?

The Jones-gordon School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend The Jones-gordon School?

The Jones-gordon School has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Jones-gordon School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Jones-gordon School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Jones-gordon School rank in AZ?

The Jones-gordon School ranks #40 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is The Jones-gordon School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Jones-gordon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Jones-gordon School a private school?

Yes, The Jones-gordon 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 The Jones-gordon School a religious school?

No, The Jones-gordon School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
146
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County

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