Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon Elementary School serves the southeast part of Glendale, AZ, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canyon Elementary School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#453 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
46%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
48%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunburst School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Canyon Elementary School?
297 students attend Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Canyon Elementary School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Elementary School?
Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Elementary School part of?
Canyon Elementary School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
In what neighborhood is Canyon Elementary School located?
Canyon Elementary School is located in the Bell And Greenway Neighborhood neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Bell And Greenway Neighborhood.
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