Canyon Rose Academy is a tuition free public high school in Tucson, Arizona, United States. Canyon Rose serves the communities of central and eastern Tucson.
Serving 204 students in grades 9-12, Canyon Rose Academy 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Rose Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Canyon Rose Academy's student population of 204 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Motto
Honor the Promise of Education®
School Rankings
Canyon Rose Academy 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 Rose Academy is 0.51, 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
#1691 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
65%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
26%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-24%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
Canyon Rose Academy strives to "Honor the Promise of Education" by:
- Providing an innovative environment
- Teaching students skills in the fundamentals
- Expanding how students learn and encouraging them to problem solve
- Creating life opportunities.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Rose Academy's ranking?
Canyon Rose Academy is ranked #1691 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon Rose Academy?
The graduation rate of Canyon Rose Academy is 20-24%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Canyon Rose Academy?
204 students attend Canyon Rose Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Canyon Rose Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Canyon Rose Academy offer ?
Canyon Rose Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Rose Academy part of?
Canyon Rose Academy is part of Canyon Rose Academy Inc. (81029) School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Rose Academy located?
Canyon Rose Academy is located in the Terra Del Sol neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Terra Del Sol.
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