Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Norterra Canyon School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norterra Canyon School's student population of 598 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norterra Canyon School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norterra Canyon School is 0.45, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#514 out of 1854 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
17%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norterra Canyon School's ranking?
Norterra Canyon School is ranked #514 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Norterra Canyon School often compared to?
Norterra Canyon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sonoran Foothills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Norterra Canyon School?
598 students attend Norterra Canyon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Norterra Canyon School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norterra Canyon School?
Norterra Canyon School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norterra Canyon School offer ?
Norterra Canyon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Norterra Canyon School part of?
Norterra Canyon School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Norterra Canyon School located?
Norterra Canyon School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 25 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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