Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sun Canyon 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 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sun Canyon School serves the northwest area of Phoenix, AZ, covering approximately 3.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sun Canyon School's student population of 563 students has grown by 96% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
563 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating the Leaders of Tomorrow
School Rankings
Sun Canyon 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 Sun Canyon School is 0.32, 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
#1334 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
82%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Coyotes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sun Canyon School's ranking?
Sun Canyon School is ranked #1334 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sun Canyon School often compared to?
Sun Canyon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuscano Elementary School, Riverside Traditional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sun Canyon School?
563 students attend Sun Canyon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Sun Canyon School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 3% 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 Sun Canyon School?
Sun Canyon School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sun Canyon School offer ?
Sun Canyon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sun Canyon School part of?
Sun Canyon School is part of Fowler Elementary District (4273).
In what neighborhood is Sun Canyon School located?
Sun Canyon School is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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