Serving 417 students in grades 6-8, Canyon Day Junior High 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 2% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canyon Day Junior High School's student population of 417 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Rough Rider
School Rankings
Canyon Day Junior High 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 Day Junior High School is 0.06, 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
#1920 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
97%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
1%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rough Rider
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Day Junior High School's ranking?
Canyon Day Junior High School is ranked #1920 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Canyon Day Junior High School?
417 students attend Canyon Day Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Canyon Day Junior High School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Day Junior High School?
Canyon Day Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Day Junior High School offer ?
Canyon Day Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Day Junior High School part of?
Canyon Day Junior High School is part of Whiteriver Unified District (4394) School District.
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