For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,099 students in New River, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in New River, AZ are Canyon Springs Stem Academy, New River Elementary School and Cornerstone Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New River, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in New River have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in New River, AZ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Springs Stem Academy
(Math: 56% | 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
Gr: PK-8 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
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
Gr: PK-6 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Cornerstone Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7107 N Black Canyon Hwy
New River, AZ 85087
(602) 595-2198
New River, AZ 85087
(602) 595-2198
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in New River, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in New River, AZ include Canyon Springs Stem Academy, New River Elementary School and Cornerstone Charter School.
How many public schools are located in New River?
3 public schools are located in New River.
What is the racial composition of students in New River?
New River public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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