Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pinnacle Peak Preparatory ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory's student population of 457 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
Be passionate, purposeful and productive.
School Rankings
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinnacle Peak Preparatory is 0.39, which is less 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
#117 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
77%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Pinnacle Peak Preparatory's ranking?
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory is ranked #117 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pinnacle Peak Preparatory often compared to?
Pinnacle Peak Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Grayhawk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pinnacle Peak Preparatory?
457 students attend Pinnacle Peak Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Pinnacle Peak Preparatory students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinnacle Peak Preparatory?
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinnacle Peak Preparatory offer ?
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinnacle Peak Preparatory part of?
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Pinnacle Peak Preparatory located?
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory is located in the Desert View Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 7 other public schools located in Desert View Village.
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