Payson Unified District (4209) School District
School District · Payson, Arizona
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,456
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,456
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
How this district compares
Arizona rank
#65 of 201
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Arizona avg
Per-pupil spending
$11,456
+$280 vs Arizona median
District size
2,283 students
Larger than Arizona median
About Payson Unified District (4209)
Payson Unified District (4209) is a Payson, Arizona school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 2,283 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.7:1. The district invests $11,456 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.4/10, Payson Unified District (4209) demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Payson High School, which has a composite score of 7.5/10.
In standardized testing, Payson Unified District (4209) students show an average math proficiency of 30.5% and ELA proficiency of 37.8%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Payson Unified District (4209), colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Payson Unified District (4209) with test data.
Schools in Payson Unified District (4209)
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Arizona
- City
- Payson
- Total Enrollment
- 2,283
- Teachers (FTE)
- 129
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Payson Unified District (4209)?
Payson Unified District (4209) has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Payson Unified District (4209)?
The average composite rating for Payson Unified District (4209) is 6.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Payson Unified District (4209)?
Payson Unified District (4209) spends $11,456 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Payson Unified District (4209)?
The average student-teacher ratio in Payson Unified District (4209) is 17.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Payson Unified District (4209)?
Payson High School is the highest-rated school in Payson Unified District (4209) with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What are the test scores in Payson Unified District (4209)?
Across schools in Payson Unified District (4209) with test data, the average math proficiency is 30.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 37.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Payson Unified District (4209) compare to other districts in Arizona?
Payson Unified District (4209) has an average school rating of 6.4/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Arizona by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 30.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 37.8%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Payson Unified District (4209) with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Marana Unified District (4404) (20)
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- Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (6393) (19)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arizona Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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