For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,142 students in Waddell, AZ.
The top-ranked public high school in Waddell, AZ is Canyon View High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waddell, AZ public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in Waddell have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Waddell, AZ public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Canyon View High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Waddell, AZ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon View High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6024 N Perryville Rd
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,141 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - American Leadership Academy West Foothills
Vocational School
17608 W Olive Ave
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 288-6250
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 288-6250
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
West-mec Canyon View High School
Vocational School
6024 N Perryville Rd
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Waddell, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in Waddell, AZ include Canyon View High School.
How many public high schools are located in Waddell?
3 public high schools are located in Waddell.
What is the racial composition of students in Waddell?
Waddell public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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