Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Copper Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Copper Canyon Elementary School's student population of 422 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Copper Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Copper Canyon Elementary School 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
#200 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
14%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
68%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copper Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Copper Canyon Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
422 students attend Copper Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Copper Canyon Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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
What school district is Copper Canyon Elementary School part of?
Copper Canyon Elementary School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) School District.
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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