| Metric | Paradise Valley Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 27,919 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 46 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↓ 27% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | Not rated | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Valley Unified School District (this district) | NR | — | 27,919 |
| Scottsdale Unified District | NR | — | — |
| Scottsdale Unified School District | 9/10 | 85th | 21,177 |
- Cholla Complex — Grades PK–PK
- Mountain Trail Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 835 students
- Desert Shadows Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 791 students
- Greenway Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 646 students
- Explorer Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 607 students
- Shea Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 476 students
- Sunrise Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 390 students
- Pinnacle High School — Grades 7–12 · 2,430 students
- Paradise Valley High School — Grades 7–12 · 1,900 students
- Horizon High School — Grades 7–12 · 1,767 students
- North Canyon High School — Grades 7–12 · 1,560 students
- Shadow Mountain High School — Grades 7–12 · 1,080 students
- Fireside Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 693 students
- Sky Crossing Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 628 students
- Boulder Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 621 students
- Campo Bello Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 596 students
- Palomino Primary School — Grades PK–6 · 590 students
- Desert Trails Elementary School — Grades PK–7 · 590 students
- Eagle Ridge Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 569 students
- Sonoran Sky Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 567 students
- Desert Shadows Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 554 students
- Indian Bend Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 539 students
- North Ranch Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 535 students
- Quail Run Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 533 students
- Cactus View Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 508 students
- Mercury Mine Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 506 students
- Pinnacle Peak Preparatory — Grades PK–8 · 474 students
- Echo Mountain Primary School — Grades PK–6 · 450 students
- Copper Canyon Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 446 students
- Sandpiper Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 429 students
- Liberty Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 421 students
- Desert Cove Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 414 students
- + 14 more other schools
About Paradise Valley Unified School District
Paradise Valley Unified School District serves zip code 85255, covering Scottsdale, Arizona with grades 6th – 12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Why This District Is Not Yet Rated
Paradise Valley Unified School District does not currently have a SchoolDistrictFinder rating. Our ratings are based on state assessment proficiency data (reading and math) published in Arizona’s AASA/ACT/MSAA combined assessments (2025 school year), and this district does not yet have sufficient reported proficiency data to calculate a reliable score. This is common for very small districts, special-purpose or charter agencies, and newly reorganized districts.
An unrated status is not a negative signal — it simply means we don’t have enough assessment data to place Paradise Valley Unified School District on the 1–10 scale yet. Families researching this area should contact the district directly for school performance information, request the most recent state report card, and visit schools in person before making a housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 85255 data.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 85255
Children in zip code 85255 are assigned to Paradise Valley Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades 6th – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 85255, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Paradise Valley Unified School District at (602)449-2000 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Arizona districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Scottsdale
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Paradise Valley Unified School District serves zip code 85255, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 85255. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Arizona, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Paradise Valley Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 85255.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Paradise Valley Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 85255 data.