Serving 866 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Diamond Canyon School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diamond Canyon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Diamond Canyon School's student population of 866 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
866 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Diamond Canyon School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diamond Canyon School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#111 out of 1854 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
78%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diamond Canyon School's ranking?
Diamond Canyon School is ranked #111 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Diamond Canyon School often compared to?
Diamond Canyon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anthem School, Gavilan Peak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Diamond Canyon School?
866 students attend Diamond Canyon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Diamond Canyon School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diamond Canyon School?
Diamond Canyon School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Diamond Canyon School offer ?
Diamond Canyon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Diamond Canyon School part of?
Diamond Canyon School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Diamond Canyon School located?
Diamond Canyon School is located in the Anthem neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 6 other public schools located in Anthem.
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