Serving 740 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Diamond Canyon School ranks in the top 10% 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 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Diamond Canyon Elementary serves the northeast part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive of the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diamond Canyon 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
Diamond Canyon School's student population of 740 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
740 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Diamond Canyon 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 Diamond Canyon School is 0.38, 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
#100 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-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 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Diamond Canyon School's ranking?
Diamond Canyon School is ranked #100 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Diamond Canyon School often compared to?
Diamond Canyon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gavilan Peak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Diamond Canyon School?
740 students attend Diamond Canyon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Diamond Canyon School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diamond Canyon School?
Diamond Canyon School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Diamond Canyon School offer ?
Diamond Canyon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diamond Canyon School part of?
Diamond Canyon School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246).
In what neighborhood is Diamond Canyon School located?
Diamond Canyon School is located in the Anthem neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 6 other public schools located in Anthem.
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