Canyon Valley High School serves 283 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School News
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School Overview
Canyon Valley High School's student population of 283 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Helping students achieve their personal success!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Canyon Valley High School is 0.64, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)11-19%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)50-59%
77%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
44%
33%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)25-29%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- At Canyon Valley, we offer an alternative educational option for students to be successful, meet their potential, and reach their goals. We offer an accelerated learning experience where students can quickly earn or remediate credit within an environment that is supportive, inclusive, and restorative.
- At Canyon Valley, we build relationships, inspire growth, and support every student and when students graduate they are ready and prepared for their next steps in college, continuing education in trade and technical schools, the military, or entering the workforce.
- Through individualized relationships, smaller class sizes, flexible schedules, and accelerated courses, Canyon Valley assists students in achieving their own success. Promoting self worth, goal-setting, college and career readiness, and lifelong learning is at the core of our mission.
- Canyon Valley School offers a flexible 5-period daily schedule. Students have the option to take a full schedule or they may choose to begin their school day later or finish earlier, allowing them to accommodate work, community college courses, or other personal commitments while progressing towards successfully completing their high school education.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% AZ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 77% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon Valley High School is 25-29%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 78%.
How many students attend Canyon Valley High School?
283 students attend Canyon Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Canyon Valley High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Valley High School?
Canyon Valley High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Valley High School offer ?
Canyon Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Canyon Valley High School part of?
Canyon Valley High School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).
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