Best Schools in 85050, AZ
85050, AZ has a total of 23 schools including 7 high schools, 6 middle schools and 10 elementary schools. A total of 19,417 students attend 85050, AZ schools. On average, schools in 85050 score 50% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 50% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in 85050 meet expectations.
Best High Schools in 85050, AZ
85050, AZ has 7 high schools with 9,813 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in 85050 score 42% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 45% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in 85050 don't meet expectations.
1. Pinnacle High School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades 7 - 12 • 2479 Students
2. Cactus Shadows High School
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Cave Creek Unified District (4244) • Public • Grades 8 - 12 • 1588 Students
3. Aaec - Paradise Valley
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Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. (4331) • Charter • Grades 9 - 12 • 316 Students
4. Paradise Valley High School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades 7 - 12 • 1874 Students
5. Horizon High School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades 7 - 12 • 1905 Students
6. Barry Goldwater High School
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Deer Valley Unified District (4246) • Public • Grades 7 - 12 • 1641 Students
7. West-mec - Pinnacle High School
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West-mec - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923) • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 10 Students
Best Middle Schools in 85050, AZ
85050, AZ has 6 middle schools with 4,303 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in 85050 score 47% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 52% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in 85050 don't meet expectations.
1. Explorer Middle School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades 7 - 8 • 678 Students
2. Sonoran Trails Middle School
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Cave Creek Unified District (4244) • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 761 Students
3. Desert Shadows Middle School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 780 Students
4. Mountain Trail Middle School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades 7 - 8 • 680 Students
5. Vista Verde Middle School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades 7 - 8 • 544 Students
Best Elementary Schools in 85050, AZ
85050, AZ has 10 elementary schools with 5,301 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in 85050 score 59% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 53% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in 85050 exceed expectations.
1. Fireside Elementary School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades Pre K - 6 • 730 Students
2. Horseshoe Trails Elementary School
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Cave Creek Unified District (4244) • Public • Grades KG - 6 • 433 Students
3. Desert Trails Elementary School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades Pre K - 7 • 613 Students
4. Boulder Creek Elementary School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades Pre K - 6 • 605 Students
5. Sonoran Foothills School
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Deer Valley Unified District (4246) • Public • Grades Pre K - 8 • 860 Students
6. Sandpiper Elementary School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades Pre K - 6 • 443 Students
7. Wildfire Elementary School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades Pre K - 6 • 457 Students
8. Quail Run Elementary School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades Pre K - 6 • 526 Students
9. Campo Bello Elementary School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades Pre K - 6 • 619 Students
10. Sunset Canyon School
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Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) • Public • Grades Pre K - 6 • 366 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in 85050, AZ
Zip-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
85050, AZ has a total population of 31,983 with 25% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 97%, and 59% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in 85050, AZ
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood 85050, AZ.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
12.28 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
2.14 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
10.14 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in 85050, AZ.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for 85050, AZ.
ISP Report Card
Internet Infrastructure Grade
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Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
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