Willow Canyon High School is a public high school located in Surprise, Arizona, United States. Established in 2003, it is part of the Dysart Unified School District and serves students in grades 9 through 12.
Serving 1,901 students in grades 7-12, Willow Canyon High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,901 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willow Canyon High School serves the northwest part of Surprise, AZ, covering an area of approximately 56 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 7.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Canyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Willow Canyon High School's student population of 1,901 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,901 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willow Canyon High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Canyon High School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#468 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Grey, Midnight blue, Dark Red
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Canyon High School's ranking?
Willow Canyon High School is ranked #468 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Willow Canyon High School often compared to?
Willow Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shadow Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Willow Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Willow Canyon High School is 97%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Willow Canyon High School?
1,901 students attend Willow Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Willow Canyon High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Canyon High School?
Willow Canyon High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willow Canyon High School offer ?
Willow Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Canyon High School part of?
Willow Canyon High School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243).
In what neighborhood is Willow Canyon High School located?
Willow Canyon High School is located in the Surprise Farms neighborhood of Surprise, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Surprise Farms.
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