Type
-
School
Phoenix Country Day School
Siviq Rank#145
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Admit Rate
-
Reach
Limited Evidence
Narrative
Profile Notes
Summary
This PDF is a July 2026 Head of Upper School search prospectus rather than a traditional college counseling profile. It provides several usable Upper School (high school) facts for 2025-2026, plus some institution-wide background facts. Canonical metrics below prioritize clearly stated Upper School data for the high school division and preserve broader school facts in appendix_facts when needed.
Matriculation Notes
115 different college destinations for last 4 years
Siviq Layer
Siviq Scores
Siviq Scores
Precomputed percentiles relative to similar schools. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.
Average Class Size
53rd percentile
Lower reported average class size than 53% of similar schools.
Smaller reported average classes score higher within each peer cohort.
Outcomes
3rd percentile
Higher reported outcomes than 3% of similar schools.
Based on the reported outcomes evidence available for this school.
Reach & Access
11th percentile
Higher reported reach & access than 11% of similar schools.
Combines geographic reach and reported access signals from the current school data.
Student Experience
33rd percentile
Lower reported student experience than 33% of similar schools.
Lower student-teacher ratios score higher within each peer cohort.
Standardized Data
Profile
Profile
Overview
- Grades Served
- 9-12
Profile
Student Body
- Students of Color
- 43%
- Receiving Financial Aid
- 20%
Location Context
Nearest
Institutional Details
People & Credentials
Institutional
Contacts
Search Consultant
Highley Thompson
External contact for the Head of Upper School search; the document states, 'Please do not contact the school directly.'
External References
Links
Search & Answers
Phoenix Country Day School Frequently Asked Questions
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phoenix Country Day School?
The current school profile reports a student-teacher ratio of 8:1 at Phoenix Country Day School.
How many students are enrolled at Phoenix Country Day School?
The current school profile reports about 306 students enrolled at Phoenix Country Day School.
What grades does Phoenix Country Day School offer?
Phoenix Country Day School currently reports serving grades 9-12.
Is Phoenix Country Day School a day school or a boarding school?
Phoenix Country Day School is a private school.
Is Phoenix Country Day School religiously affiliated?
No. Phoenix Country Day School is described as an independent, nonsectarian college-preparatory school.
How many courses are offered in the Upper School?
PCDS reports 115 Upper School courses offered in 2025.
Does Phoenix Country Day School offer independent study options?
Yes. The school reports 38 independent studies in Spring 2025.
How broad are Phoenix Country Day School’s college outcomes?
The school says students headed to 115 different college destinations over the last four years.
By Geography
Nearby Schools
By Similarity
Similar Schools
Provenance
Sources
| Source | Type | Checked | Metrics |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 School Profile (PDF) Used for normalized profile metrics, school facts, FAQ answers, and school SEO metadata. | School Profile PDF | Apr 02, 2026 | Academic Rigor Category • Access Category • Average Class Size • Boarding Model • College Counseling Category • Enrollment • More normalized profile fields |
| About - Phoenix Country Day School www.pcds.org/about | Official Website Page | May 12, 2026 | Founded Year |
| Home - Phoenix Country Day School www.pcds.org | Official Website Page | Apr 05, 2026 | Average Class Size • Receiving Financial Aid • Students of Color |
Sources & Data QualityMirrored artifacts, website inventory, and normalization review notes for this school profile.
Source Links
Known Website Addresses
| Role | URL | Method |
|---|---|---|
| official_website | www.pcds.org/about/at-a-glance | supplemental_backfill |
| official_website | www.pcds.org/about/facts | supplemental_backfill |
| official_website | www.pcds.org/about/fast-facts | supplemental_backfill |
| official_website | www.pcds.org/about/quick-facts | supplemental_backfill |
| Academics - Phoenix Country Day School | www.pcds.org/academics | supplemental_backfill |
| official_website | www.pcds.org/admission | supplemental_backfill |
| Admissions - Phoenix Country Day School | www.pcds.org/admissions | supplemental_backfill |
| official_website | www.pcds.org/student-life | supplemental_backfill |
| official_website | www.pcds.org/tuition-and-financial-aid | supplemental_backfill |
| College Counseling - Phoenix Country Day School | www.pcds.org/academics/college-counseling | site_scan |
| 2025-2026 school profile PDF | resources.finalsite.net/images/v1758814562/pcdsorg/eth8qwpiss6juxq77pte/Phoenix-Country-Day-School-Position-Profile.pdf | web_search |
| About - Phoenix Country Day School | www.pcds.org/about | supplemental_backfill |
| Board of Trustees - Phoenix Country Day School | www.pcds.org/about/board-of-trustees | supplemental_backfill |
| Leadership Team - Phoenix Country Day School | www.pcds.org/about/leadership-team | supplemental_backfill |
| Mission & Philosophy - Phoenix Country Day School | www.pcds.org/about/mission-philosophy | supplemental_backfill |
| Our Faculty & Staff - Phoenix Country Day School | www.pcds.org/about/our-faculty-staff | supplemental_backfill |
| Home - Phoenix Country Day School | www.pcds.org | search |
| Portrait of a Graduate - Phoenix Country Day School | www.pcds.org/about/portrait-of-a-graduate | supplemental_backfill |
All Canonical Metrics
| Metric | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Grades Served | 9-12 | Provide vision and direction for the continued development of an innovative, engaging, and rigorous 9–12 program that prepares students for college and life beyond. |
| Lowest Grade | 9 | 9-12 |
| Highest Grade | 12 | 9-12 |
| Postgraduate Offered | - | 9-12 |
| Boarding Status | - | - |
| Boarding Status Code | - | - |
| School Type | Private | Phoenix Country Day School is an independent, nonsectarian college-preparatory school serving 750 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. |
| School Type Code | private | Private |
| Enrollment | 306 | PCDS Fast Facts: 306 Upper School Students |
| Residential Enrollment | - | - |
| Day Enrollment | - | - |
| Student-Teacher Ratio | 8 | PCDS Fast Facts: 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio |
| Founded Year | 1961 | Since 1961. Always Have. Always Will. |
| School Leadership | - | - |
| Key Contacts | - | Interested candidates should send a resume, a letter of interest, a statement of education/leadership philosophy, and a list of five (5) professional references to search consultant Highley Thompson at [email protected]. Please do not contact the school directly. |
| Accreditations | - | - |
| School Codes | - | - |
| AP Courses | - | - |
| Average Class Size | 16 | Class Size 16 students average per class |
| IB Program | - | - |
| Honors Program | - | - |
| Advanced Course Notes | - | - |
| Faculty Count | - | - |
| College Counseling Summary | - | - |
| Testing Policy | - | - |
| Testing Policy Code | - | - |
| Average SAT | - | - |
| Average ACT | - | - |
| Matriculation Summary | 115 different college destinations for last 4 years | PCDS Fast Facts: 115 Different College Destinations for last 4 years |
| Top Colleges | - | - |
| States Represented | - | - |
| Countries Represented | - | - |
| Students of Color | 43 | Enrollment In our co-ed student body, 43% identify as students of color |
| International Students | - | - |
| Receiving Financial Aid | 20 | Affordability 20% receive need-based financial aid grants at an average of $15,000 |
| Tuition-Free Share | - | - |
| Applicants | - | - |
| Admitted | - | - |
| Matriculated | - | - |
| Admit Rate | - | - |
| Yield Rate | - | - |
| Class Rank Policy | - | - |
| Class Rank Policy Code | - | - |
| Weighted Grades | - | - |
| Weighted Grades Policy | - | - |
| Disciplinary Reporting | - | - |
| Boarding Model | unknown | unknown |
| Selectivity Category | limited_evidence | limited_evidence |
| Academic Rigor Category | high | high |
| Testing Policy Category | not_reported | not_reported |
| College Counseling Category | not_reported | not_reported |
| Student Body Reach Category | limited_evidence | limited_evidence |
| Access Category | limited_evidence | limited_evidence |
| Outcome Category | reported_outcomes | reported_outcomes |
| Signals | - | Independent, nonsectarian college-preparatory school; Upper school enrollment: 306 students; 8:1 student-teacher ratio; 115 upper school courses offered in 2025; 38 independent studies in spring 2025; Document describes an 'innovative, engaging, and rigorous 9-12 program'; 115 different college destinations over the last 4 years; No admissions rate or testing data reported; No financial aid participation data reported; No states- or countries-represented data reported; No testing policy reported; No college counseling summary reported |