For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 959 students in New River, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in New River, AZ are Canyon Springs Stem Academy and New River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New River, AZ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in New River have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in New River, AZ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Canyon Springs Stem Academy
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
42901 N 45th Ave
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-5200
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-5200
Grades: PK-8
| 787 students
Rank: #22.
New River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
48827 N Black Canyon Hwy
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-3500
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-3500
Grades: PK-6
| 172 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in New River, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in New River, AZ include Canyon Springs Stem Academy and New River Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in New River?
2 public elementary schools are located in New River.
What is the racial composition of students in New River?
New River public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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