Camelback Desert School

At Camelback Desert Schools, our goal is to prepare students to be academically successful, capable of transferring their knowledge and skills to new challenges, and confident in their ability to succeed.
We offer a challenging and well-rounded academic curriculum. We integrate subjects together so that students can understand how they apply to everyday life, and thus be better equipped for the challenges that lay before them.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked AZ School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Camelback Desert School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1950
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 38%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Caroline Lynch

School Notes

  • At Camelback Desert Schools, our goal is to prepare students to be academically successful, capable of transferring their knowledge and skills to new challenges, and confident in their ability to succeed. We offer a challenging and well-rounded academic curriculum. We integrate subjects together so that students can understand how they apply to everyday life, and thus be better equipped for the challenges that lay before them.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Camelback Desert School's ranking?
Camelback Desert School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Camelback Desert School?
The application deadline for Camelback Desert School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked AZ School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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