Pima was recommended to me by another teacher at Scottsdale schools. My daughter is currently enrolled at Pima, and is an amazing student. She started in 1st grade and has been thoroughly supported by this caring teaching staff. Their curriculum is very thorough, teachers are outstanding, the homework
... Read more is moderate to heavy, especially in fourth grade. Discipline is taken seriously, but isn't unfair. This school doesn't really tolerate a lot of disruptive behavior, lateness, or absenteeism .. overall a good, safe environment. My 4th grader reads at a high sixth grade level and has learned how to properly organize herself to face each day with her planner.They have a great science curriculum and are already doing simple algebra... well ahead of other schools. She takes Cello in their excellent music program as well. You will be delighted with this school. You will be Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/07/09
We transfered our daughter here from Hohokam because of a bullie problem we just could not resolve with the school. We were thrilled with the Pima and our daughter did just great. What a relief that she would be able to finish out her Elementary Education with a since of peace. A Greatful Parent
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Posted by a parent on 07/12/08
I have two children in Pima and I cannot say enough positive things about the school, staff and administration. Reading comprehension is stressed as it is the foundation for success in all other classes. The music programs, vocal and instrumental, have been fantastic. Where else do 4th, 5th and 6th
... Read more graders in an after school elective chorus have the chance to perform in musicals like 'Annie', 'The Wizard of Oz' or 'Mary Poppins'? The gifted program has brought out the best in my youngest daughter. All in all, I have to say how grateful I am for each of my girls' teachers. I highly recommend this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/29/08
This is a great traditional-style school. Emphasis on academics. What I like best about it is that the staff and teachers have high expectations for the students and yet the students don't seem stressed out or pressured. Truly a small private style setting and a gem of a school.
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Posted by a parent on 04/15/08
Pima has made excellent progress and is currently the best elementary school in South Scottsdale. The most important thing: my children are enjoying their teachers, classmates and studies, and they look forward to school each day. Isn't this what really matters? It couldn't happen without their great
... Read more teachers and the support of the administration. I highly recommend this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/10/08
My son went to kindergarden here and at the time I thought it was great; however when it was time to enroll my daughter I ran into a problem. They tested her first because her birthday is in November and said she wasnt prepared so we put her in the Tempe school district. The things they taught my
... Read more baby to do were leaps and bounds beyond anything that was even introduced at Pima. She is now reading at a first grade level and adding and subtracting. We deceided to put our son in the same school with his sister and he is now reading at a second grade level and doing second grade math. Pima school was OK but the Tempe school district has a higher standard of learning of its students. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/28/08
My kid's love Pima! My kid's can even read and write better then a lot kid's older than them from other schools. This is because I feel that Pima has the best to offer in many programs and even their teachers. The education they offer and the way it is presented is outstanding. I am amazed with the
... Read more enthusiasm from the parents and their involvement with Pima. I feel that Pima is the best elementary school in Scottsdale! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/26/08
My daughter started kindergarden this year at Pima. We can't say enough good things. She struggled a bit in the beginning, but her teacher had great communication with us and helped us bring her up to speed. She is now excelling quite well. She does have homework everyday, but it takes no more then
... Read more 15-25mins. The entire faculty is great. They do lots of 'special' activities for the kids especially around holidays. The after shool program (Kids Club) is great too. And alot cheaper then daycare. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/03/08
My son just started kindergarten at Pima and I have no major complaints. He is doing so well and has learned to read in just weeks after his first day of school! I appreciate the schools discipline and behavior code because I see that a lot of other schools don't apply much of any at all. I do not
... Read more think Pima is too strict. My son is well behaved, more than before he started school. He does however get a lot of homework, for kindergarten that seemed a bit odd to me, but he likes it because it is fun and it isn't everyday he gets it either. My son loves school, loves his teacher and has made a lot of friends! I highly recommend Pima Elementary, my daughter will be going there when she is ready to start in a year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/21/07
We cannot say enough good things about Pima elementary. We have three children who attend and have had the best teachers and while attending there. The overall focus on academics and extra curricular activities is outstanding. This school offered free all day Kindergarten long before other schools because
... Read more they allocated their Title I monies for it. Pima is to be commended for looking for students best interests first. Read less
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Scottsdale schools — Pima Elementary School is located at 8330 E Osborn Rd, Scottsdale AZ 85251. 8330 E Osborn Rd is in the South Scottsdale neighborhood and 85251 ZIP code in Scottsdale, AZ The school district for Pima Elementary School is the Scottsdale Unified School District 48. Pima Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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