Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High operates 19 schools (grades KG–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 28,000 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 19 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,768/yr | $13,700/yr | ↓ 42% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 2/10 — Poor | — | Below average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High (this district) | 2/10 | 14th | 28,000 |
| Phoenix Union High School District | NR | — | 28,000 |
| Osborn School District / Phoenix Union High | 2/10 | 14th | 5,200 |
| Biltmore area \u2014 Scottsdale Unified / Paradise Valley Unified | NR | — | 12,000 |
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Ranked against 492 rated districts in AZ → 14th percentile → 2/10.
Source: Arizona Dept. of Education AASA/ACT/MSAA combined assessments, Percent Passing, 2025. Full methodology →
About Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High
Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High is the public school district assigned to zip code 85004 in Phoenix, Arizona. Serving students from Kindergarten – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 85004. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High spent $11,768 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 47% above Arizona’s statewide $8,000 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 19 schools serving grades Kindergarten – 12th, Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High qualifies as a very large district serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. The district enrolls approximately 28,000 students in total. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 2/10 Rating
With a rating of 2/10 (poor), Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High ranks among Arizona’s below-average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Arizona’s AASA/ACT/MSAA combined assessments (2025 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Arizona is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High falls near the middle of Arizona on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 85004
Children in zip code 85004 are assigned to Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 85004, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High at (602)476-1320 or visit www.azva.org/. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Arizona districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Phoenix
For families considering a purchase in the Phoenix area, district assignment matters financially. Because Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High serves zip code 85004, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 85004. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Arizona, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 85004.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Phoenix Elementary District 1 / Phoenix Union High before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 85004 data.