Serving 944 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Canyon Ridge School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 944 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Ridge School's student population of 944 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
944 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canyon Ridge School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Ridge School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#219 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
28%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Ridge School's ranking?
Canyon Ridge School is ranked #219 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Canyon Ridge School often compared to?
Canyon Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Traditional Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Canyon Ridge School?
944 students attend Canyon Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Canyon Ridge School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Ridge School?
Canyon Ridge School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Ridge School offer ?
Canyon Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Canyon Ridge School part of?
Canyon Ridge School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243) School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Ridge School located?
Canyon Ridge School is located in the Surprise Farms neighborhood of Surprise, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Surprise Farms.
School Reviews
1 4/27/2020
Since the quarantine the school has been unhelpful in providing information to the students about homework, projects, etc. I use to truly value this school, but the lack of care from teachers and principal truly show the school's colors. Highly recommend looking at a different district. Perhaps one that actually cares about their students learning.
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