For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 805 students in New River, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle school in New River, AZ is Canyon Springs Stem Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New River, AZ public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in New River have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in New River, AZ (2026)
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 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in New River, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in New River, AZ include Canyon Springs Stem Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in New River?
1 public middle schools are located in New River.
What is the racial composition of students in New River?
New River public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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