Paradise Valley High School is a high school located in Phoenix, Arizona and was the first of five high schools built in the Paradise Valley Unified School District. Paradise Valley High School opened in 1957. The school's athletic teams are referred to as the Trojans.
Serving 1,900 students in grades 7-12, Paradise Valley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,900 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paradise Valley High School serves the southwest section of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 9.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area reaching about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paradise Valley High School's student population of 1,900 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,900 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paradise Valley High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Valley High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#573 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Grey, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Valley High School's ranking?
Paradise Valley High School is ranked #573 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Paradise Valley High School often compared to?
Paradise Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Canyon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paradise Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Paradise Valley High School is 83%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Paradise Valley High School?
1,900 students attend Paradise Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Paradise Valley High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paradise Valley High School?
Paradise Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paradise Valley High School offer ?
Paradise Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paradise Valley High School part of?
Paradise Valley High School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Paradise Valley High School located?
Paradise Valley High School is located in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 41 other public schools located in Paradise Valley Village.
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