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 (2026)
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paradise Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
White, Black, Grey, Red
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
42%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
35%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 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%.
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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