Serving 772 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Paseo Hills School ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paseo Hills School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Paseo Hills School's student population of 772 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Mascot
The Rattlers
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Paseo Hills School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paseo Hills School is 0.67, which is more 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
#858 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
42%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paseo Hills School's ranking?
Paseo Hills School is ranked #858 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Paseo Hills School often compared to?
Paseo Hills Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Paseo Hills School?
772 students attend Paseo Hills School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Paseo Hills School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paseo Hills School?
Paseo Hills School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paseo Hills School offer ?
Paseo Hills School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paseo Hills School part of?
Paseo Hills School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Paseo Hills School located?
Paseo Hills School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 25 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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