List of school districts in Phoenix

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The following is a list of school districts that serve the city of Phoenix, Arizona .

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Many separate independent school districts serve Phoenix. This is a legacy of the city expanding through annexation of bordering territory; many of the school districts were in existence prior to their territories becoming part of the city.

Some are elementary school districts that serve grades kindergarten through 8. The elementary school districts are paired with high school districts that serve grades 9 through 12.

Small portions of Phoenix are served by unified school districts, which serve grades K through 12.

Unified Districts

High School Districts

Elementary School Districts

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