Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Copper Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Copper Canyon Elementary School serves the eastern part of Scottsdale, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles, with most families typically experiencing a 5-10 minute drive to the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.8 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Copper Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Copper Canyon Elementary School's student population of 446 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Copper Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Copper Canyon Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#141 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
12%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
Showing 2006–2020. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copper Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Copper Canyon Elementary School is ranked #141 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Copper Canyon Elementary School?
446 students attend Copper Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Copper Canyon Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Copper Canyon Elementary School?
Copper Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Copper Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Copper Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Copper Canyon Elementary School part of?
Copper Canyon Elementary School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Copper Canyon Elementary School located?
Copper Canyon Elementary School is located in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 6 other public schools located in Paradise Valley Village.
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