Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Echo Canyon K-8 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 was 35% (which was higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45% (which was higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was equal to the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Motto
Engaging all students in world-class, future-focused learning.
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#670 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
51%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
33%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Echo Canyon K-8's ranking?
Echo Canyon K-8 is ranked #670 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Echo Canyon K-8?
317 students attend Echo Canyon K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Echo Canyon K-8 students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Echo Canyon K-8?
Echo Canyon K-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Echo Canyon K-8 offer ?
Echo Canyon K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Echo Canyon K-8 part of?
Echo Canyon K-8 is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240).
In what neighborhood is Echo Canyon K-8 located?
Echo Canyon K-8 is located in the Arcadia neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ.
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