For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,909 students in 85253, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85253, AZ are Chaparral High School and Evit - Chaparral High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85253 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85253, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85253 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Arizona average of 77%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Chaparral High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85253, AZ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chaparral High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6935 E Gold Dust Ave
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-6500
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-6500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,909 students
Rank: #22.
Evit - Chaparral High School
Vocational School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6935 E Gold Dust Ave
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-6500
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-6500
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
85253, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6602 East Malcomb Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 951-0745
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 951-0745
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
10460 N. 56th St
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 348-1333
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 348-1333
Grades: K-8
| 153 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85253, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85253, AZ include Chaparral High School and Evit - Chaparral High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85253?
2 public high schools are located in 85253.
What is the racial composition of students in 85253?
85253 public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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