These are some of the top-rated public schools in Paradise Valley Unified District based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
ENVIRONMENT
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
ENVIRONMENT
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
ENVIRONMENT
District Calendar
ENVIRONMENT
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
ENVIRONMENT
Reviews From Schools in Paradise Valley Unified District
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Parent / Guardian
May 17, 2022
Sonoran Sky is an excellent school focused on the development of the whole child. Students are academically challenged by tenured staff which speaks to the culture of support teachers experience in... More
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Sonoran Sky Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 19, 2022
Bad teachers, spoiled students that don't care. The only good class was the band. Long boring classes. My English class had 3 different teachers in it within a year. Math teacher is full of herself... More
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Explorer Middle School
Parent / Guardian
April 01, 2022
PVHS is a fabulous high school that happens to also be public. The honors, AP, and CREST classes are very rigorous and challenging; however, students are not loaded down with busy work homework. The... More
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Paradise Valley High School