Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Canyon Breeze Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canyon Breeze Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
At Canyon Breeze, we encourage all students to reach their full potential through rigorous academics.
School Rankings
Canyon Breeze Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Breeze Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1344 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
69%
48%
Black
11%
6%
White
13%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Breeze Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Breeze Elementary School is ranked #1344 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Canyon Breeze Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon Breeze Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Canyon Breeze Elementary School?
616 students attend Canyon Breeze Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Canyon Breeze Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Breeze Elementary School?
Canyon Breeze Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Breeze Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Breeze Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Breeze Elementary School part of?
Canyon Breeze Elementary School is part of Pendergast Elementary District (4283) School District.
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