Paradise Valley Unified District (4241)

Paradise Valley Unified District serves 26,164 students across 45 schools in Maricopa County, Arizona, operating as an urban district with a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1. The district demonstrates academic performance notably above state averages, with 49.0% math proficiency compared to the state average of 32.4%, and 53.0% reading proficiency versus 40.2% statewide. The graduation rate of 90.0% substantially exceeds Arizona's state average of 67.3%, while the dropout rate stands at 2.2%.

The student population reflects significant diversity, with 50.7% White, 34.5% Hispanic, 4.5% Asian, and 3.6% Black students. Economically disadvantaged students comprise 36.0% of enrollment, English learners represent 9.8%, and students with disabilities account for 17.1% of the district.

Per-pupil spending in Paradise Valley Unified is $14,391 annually, approximately $1,749 below the state average of $16,140, indicating the district achieves above-average academic outcomes while operating with below-average per-pupil expenditures. This financial efficiency, combined with strong proficiency rates and graduation metrics, suggests effective resource allocation relative to comparable Arizona districts. The district maintains a relatively balanced enrollment size and appears stable in its operational structure with 1,835 teachers serving its student population.