Serving 1,784 students in grades 7-12, Willow Canyon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Canyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Willow Canyon High School's student population of 1,784 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Canyon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Canyon High School is 0.64, 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
#644 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
33%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Canyon High School's ranking?
Willow Canyon High School is ranked #644 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Willow Canyon High School often compared to?
Willow Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shadow Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Willow Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Willow Canyon High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Willow Canyon High School?
1,784 students attend Willow Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Willow Canyon High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Canyon High School?
Willow Canyon High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willow Canyon High School offer ?
Willow Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Willow Canyon High School part of?
Willow Canyon High School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243) School District.
In what neighborhood is Willow Canyon High School located?
Willow Canyon High School is located in the Surprise Farms neighborhood of Surprise, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Surprise Farms.
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