Serving 2,182 students in grades 9-12, Copper Canyon High School 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 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Copper Canyon High School serves the northern part of Glendale, AZ, covering an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Copper Canyon High School's student population of 2,182 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,182 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Copper Canyon High School 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 Copper Canyon High School is 0.24, 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
#1296 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
87%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-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 High School's ranking?
Copper Canyon High School is ranked #1296 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Copper Canyon High School often compared to?
Copper Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Linda High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Copper Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Copper Canyon High School is 87%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Copper Canyon High School?
2,182 students attend Copper Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Copper Canyon High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Copper Canyon High School?
Copper Canyon High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Copper Canyon High School offer ?
Copper Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Copper Canyon High School part of?
Copper Canyon High School is part of Tolleson Union High School District (4288).
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Copper canyon is a great school, has a great staff and principal. Good academic and sports
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