Copper Ridge School
Tel:
(480)484-6100
- Copper Ridge School serves 1,016 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
- The percentage of students achieving proficiency in Math is 66% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 42%) for the 2016-17 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in Reading/Language Arts is 68% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 42%) for the 2016-17 school year.
- The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 19:1.
- Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 62%.
Top Placements
Copper Ridge School places among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
- Category Attribute
- Community Size Largest student body (number of students) (Top 10%)
School Overview
- Copper Ridge School's student population of 1,016 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
- The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Total Students | 1,016 students |
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| Gender % |  |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 55 teachers |
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| Students by Grade |  |
School Comparison
- Copper Ridge School's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has decreased from 19:1 over five school years.
- The diversity score of Copper Ridge School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
| Definition of Terms 2016-2017 School Year Data | This School | State Level (AZ) |
| Overall School Rank | #233 out of 1,842 schools (Top 20%) | |
| Math Test Scores (% Proficient) | 66% | 42% |
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| Reading / Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient) | 68% | 42% |
 | ||
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 18:1 | 19:1 |
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| American Indian | n/a | 6% |
| Asian | 4% | 3% |
| Hispanic | 7% | 45% |
| Black | 1% | 5% |
| White | 87% | 38% |
| Two or more races | 1% | 3% |
| All Ethnic Groups |  |  |
| Diversity Score | 0.24 | 0.65 |
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| Eligible for Free Lunch | 3% | 42% |
| Eligible for Reduced Lunch | n/a | 9% |
| School Statewide Testing | View Education Department Test Scores | |
| School District Name | Scottsdale Unified School District | |
Source: 2016-2017 (latest school year available) NCES, AZ Dept. of Education
Nearby Public Schools
- The nearest high school to Copper Ridge School is Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale (3.6 miles away)
- The nearest middle school is Desert Canyon Middle School (2.2 miles away)
- The nearest elementary school is Desert Canyon Elementary School (2.2 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- Scottsdale Desert Canyon Elementary School Grades: PK-5 | 457 students
2.2 miles
10203 E Mcdowell Mountain Ranc
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480)484-6100 2.2 PK-5 457 - Scottsdale Desert Canyon Middle School Grades: 6-8 | 532 students
2.2 miles
10203 E. Mcdowell Mtn. Ranch R
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480)484-6100 2.2 6-8 532 - Scottsdale Grayhawk Elementary School Grades: PK-6 | 492 students
3.1 miles
7525 E. Grayhawk Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(602)449-6600 3.1 PK-6 492 - Scottsdale Redfield Elementary School Grades: PK-6 | 433 students
3.2 miles
9181 E. Redfield Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480)484-6100 3.2 PK-6 433 - Scottsdale Cheyenne Traditional School Grades: PK-8 | 921 students
3.5 miles
13636 North 100th Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480)484-6100 3.5 PK-8 921
School Reviews
| 5 This school gets the worst PR and I don''t understand why. As a parent of three boys that have been there for over 7 years, I can honestly say my children are all thriving in their academic careers at Copper Ridge. The teachers are dedicated and the administration is always working to better the curriculum and add new and improved programs. The PTO is absolutely amazing and is a powerful voice and a source of help whenever the need arises. If you are moving to this area, I advise you to read the reviews from former students with a grain of salt. I am a parent and highly endorse this school. - Posted by Parent - Cari |
| 2 CopperRidge has a beautiful campus and a great location. However, the school is hampered by a mediocre curriculum and poor communication. Teachers are not encouraged to talkmwith parents and are very rarely available. The school is very large and appointments with the principal need to be made in advance. Curriculum is "one size fits all" until 3rd or 4th grade when some advanced classes are finally offered. Unfortunately, gifted and advanced students are ignored and left to fend for themselves until then. Perfectly acceptable for the average student; however, completely lacking for the gifted child. Other schools that offer gifted programming in K-3 may be a much better fit. - Posted by Parent - Megan |
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