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Vail Unified School District is a highly rated, public school district located in Vail, AZ. It has 12,254 students in grades PK, K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1. According to state test scores, 64% of students are at least proficient in math and 60% in reading.
Address
13801 E. Benson Highway
Vail, AZ 85641
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Telephone
(520) 762-2040
Website
vailschooldistrict.org

Vail Unified School District Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
60%
Percent Proficient - Math
64%
Average Graduation Rate
94%
Average SAT
1180
145 responses
Average ACT
25
305 responses
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Students

Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
12,254
Free or Reduced Lunch
0.4%

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$41,498
Teachers in First/Second Year
16.7%

Finances

Total Expenses
$87,382,000
Expenses Per Student
$7,875/ student
National
$12,239
Education Expenses
  • Instruction
    52%
  • Support Services
    43%
  • Other
    4%

Vail Unified School District Reviews

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This district is amazing! They have helped my son with IEP's improve tremendously and almost catch up to his class mates. By the end of the next year he should be right with his peers and where he needs to be academically. My son use to cry about going to school when we went to a different district he now loves going to school and comes home happy and proud of himself and his achievements. The amount of support and help they give to the students is outstanding. My daughter is learning so much here also. If she falls behind because she doesn't understand something they catch it and will reteach the subject to her to make sure she understands and stays on track with her learning and doesn't fall behind her peers. The district as a ton of extra activities that the kids can get involved in. The have different camps during summer, fall, spring breaks that teaches kids about things they are interested in. It is just an amazing district and I cant say enough about it.
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I had a fantastic experience throughout my seven years in Vail. Not only was I academically challenged, but I was also trained in public speaking and shadowing in the workforce. I cannot forget to recognize the passion the teachers and staff had for their jobs. It was all in all a pleasure to be part of this stellar district! Go Vail!
VUSD is not seen as local residents as a separate entity, it's accepted as part of the community. In fact, the connection between the community and the school district is what makes us such a unique place. This district makes an effort to hire people, teachers, administration and staff, that understand and support the values they represent. The schools are modern and well maintained, the expectations for the students are high, and they are usually met. Administration is approachable, and the education is fantastic.

What would I change about it? Maybe begin a plan towards decreasing homework and encouraging more physical movement throughout the day.