Shadow Mountain High School is a public high school located in the north valley of Phoenix, Arizona. The school is part of the Paradise Valley Unified School District. The school's athletic teams are known as the Matadors. Shadow Mountain's school colors are navy blue and gold. It opened in 1974.
Serving 1,080 students in grades 7-12, Shadow Mountain High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 1,080 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shadow Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shadow Mountain High School's student population of 1,080 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,080 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Shadow Mountain 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 Shadow Mountain High School is 0.59, which is less 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
#488 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
54%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Matadors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadow Mountain High School's ranking?
Shadow Mountain High School is ranked #488 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shadow Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Shadow Mountain High School is 86%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Shadow Mountain High School?
1,080 students attend Shadow Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Shadow Mountain High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shadow Mountain High School?
Shadow Mountain High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shadow Mountain High School offer ?
Shadow Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shadow Mountain High School part of?
Shadow Mountain High School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Shadow Mountain High School located?
Shadow Mountain 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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