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Scottsdale Unified School District
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  • SCOTTSDALE, AZ

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  1. Academics
    grade A
  2. Diversity
    grade B+
  3. Teachers
    grade A minus
  4. College Prep
    grade A
  5. Clubs & Activities
    grade A
  6. Administration
    grade B
  7. Sports
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  8. Food
    grade C+
  9. Resources & Facilities
    grade B

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7575 E MAIN ST
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251
About Scottsdale Unified School District...

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Grades
PK, K-12
Total Schools
30
Students
21,428
From Scottsdale Unified School District

With 22,000 students in 30 schools, the Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) has been a premier choice for pre-kindergarten through grade 12 public education for 125 years. Located northeast of metropolitan Phoenix, the District serves the educational needs of students and families in Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Fountain Hills, Tempe and Scottsdale. A highly experienced, professionally certified teaching staff fosters a diverse and rigorous educational environment that engages all students in world-class, future-focused learning. Offering gifted learning, special education, career and technical education, and a variety of athletics, arts and enrichment programs and clubs, SUSD provides the rich environment today’s students need to explore their interests, develop important social skills and grow into tomorrow’s leaders. For more information, visit www.susd.org.

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
55%
Percent Proficient - Math
53%
Average Graduation Rate
92%
Average SAT
1260
1,073 responses
Average ACT
28
1,009 responses

The Scottsdale Math and Science Academy

academic spotlight

The Scottsdale Unified School District is home to many signature programs. The Scottsdale Math and Science Academy (SMSA), at Saguaro High School, is a specialized program offering students who have an aptitude for math and science the opportunity to excel in a unique learning environment suited to the STEM track and admittance to a top tier STEM university.

Students

Diversity
grade B+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
21,428
Free or Reduced Lunch
29.4%

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Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$58,770
Teachers in First/Second Year
0%

Finances

Expenses Per Student
$12,381 / student
National
$12,239
Education Expenses
  • Instruction
    56%
  • Support Services
    40%
  • Other
    4%

Living in the Area

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Overall Niche Grade
  1. Cost of Living
    grade C minus
  2. Good for Families
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  3. Housing
    grade C+
Median Household Income
$97,409
National
$69,021
Median Rent
$1,578
National
$1,163
Median Home Value
$540,000
National
$244,900

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