Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cedar Canyon Elementary School serves the northeast part of Fort Wayne, IN, covering an attendance area of approximately 15.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cedar Canyon Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Rankings
Cedar Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Canyon Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#136 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Canyon Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Cedar Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedarville Elementary School, Oak View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Cedar Canyon Elementary School?
508 students attend Cedar Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Cedar Canyon Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Canyon Elementary School?
Cedar Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cedar Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Canyon Elementary School part of?
Cedar Canyon Elementary School is part of Northwest Allen County Schools.
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