Very Good
#18 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 8% of private schools
Thunderbird Adventist Academy
High School
7410 E SUTTON DR, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#18 of 225
In Scottsdale
#2 of 17
public schools
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About Thunderbird Adventist Academy
Thunderbird Adventist Academy is a private high school in Scottsdale, AZ. Thunderbird Adventist Academy serves approximately 126 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Thunderbird Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 126 students, Thunderbird Adventist 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.
Thunderbird Adventist 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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Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Thunderbird Adventist Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| Chaparral High School | 7.7 |
| Horizon High School | 7.5 |
| West-MEC - Horizon High School | — |
| Saguaro High School | 8.0 |
| Desert Mountain High School | 8.3 |
| BASIS Scottsdale | 8.8 |
| Salt River Accelerated Learning Academy | 5.3 |
| Coronado High School | 5.7 |
| Scottsdale Online Learning | 8.1 |
| BASIS Goodyear | 7.5 |
| Online School of Arizona | 5.1 |
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
7410 E SUTTON DR, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thunderbird Adventist Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chaparral High School (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Horizon High School (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Scottsdale, see our Scottsdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,854
Median Home Value
$637,000
Median Rent
$1,969/mo
Population
39,842
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
44.3
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| Mt Graham High School Safford, AZ | 7.7 |
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| AUTISM ACADEMY FOR ED & DEVELOPMENT Tempe, AZ | 8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thunderbird Adventist Academy
What grades does Thunderbird Adventist Academy serve?
Thunderbird Adventist Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Thunderbird Adventist Academy?
Thunderbird Adventist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thunderbird Adventist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Thunderbird Adventist Academy is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Thunderbird Adventist Academy rank in AZ?
Thunderbird Adventist Academy ranks #18 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Thunderbird Adventist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Thunderbird Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Thunderbird Adventist Academy a private school?
Yes, Thunderbird Adventist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Thunderbird Adventist Academy a religious school?
Thunderbird Adventist Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 126
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (480) 948-3300
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