Serving 1,758 students in grades 9-12, Canyon Del Oro High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon Del Oro High School serves the southern part of Tucson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 23.7 square miles. Families living within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Del Oro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Del Oro High School's student population of 1,758 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,758 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Home of the Hawks
School Rankings
Canyon Del Oro High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Del Oro High School is 0.57, 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
#300 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Forest Green
School Mascot
El Dorado
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Del Oro High School's ranking?
Canyon Del Oro High School is ranked #300 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Canyon Del Oro High School often compared to?
Canyon Del Oro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ironwood Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon Del Oro High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon Del Oro High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Canyon Del Oro High School?
1,758 students attend Canyon Del Oro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Canyon Del Oro High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Del Oro High School?
Canyon Del Oro High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Del Oro High School offer ?
Canyon Del Oro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Del Oro High School part of?
Canyon Del Oro High School is part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406).
In what neighborhood is Canyon Del Oro High School located?
Canyon Del Oro High School is located in the Linda Vista Citrus neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Linda Vista Citrus.
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