Summary:
The city of Paradise Valley, Arizona is home to 3 elementary schools, including 2 public schools (Cherokee Elementary School and Kiva Elementary School) and 1 public charter school (Montessori Academy). These schools serve students from kindergarten through 5th grade and are part of the Scottsdale Unified District and the Montessori Academy Inc. district.
Based on the data, Cherokee Elementary School stands out as a top-performing school, consistently ranking among the top 20 elementary schools in Arizona and maintaining a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores are significantly higher than the district and state averages, with 90% or more of 3rd-5th grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Kiva Elementary School is also a high-performing school, ranking in the top 100 elementary schools in Arizona and maintaining a 5-star rating.
In contrast, Montessori Academy, the public charter school, has had a more mixed performance, with its ranking dropping from the top 100 to the 400s in recent years. The school's test scores are generally lower than the state averages, with some notable exceptions like 4th grade English Language Arts. However, Montessori Academy spends significantly more per student than the public schools, suggesting there may be room for improvement in certain areas.
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