Sunset Canyon School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Canyon School serves the west part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset Canyon School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#793 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
56%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
28%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Canyon School's ranking?
Sunset Canyon School is ranked #793 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sunset Canyon School?
326 students attend Sunset Canyon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sunset Canyon School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Sunset Canyon School offer ?
Sunset Canyon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Canyon School part of?
Sunset Canyon School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Sunset Canyon School located?
Sunset Canyon School is located in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 41 other public schools located in Paradise Valley Village.
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