Canyon View High School is a public high school in Waddell, Arizona, United States. Operated by the Agua Fria Union High School District, it is the fifth high school in the district. Construction on Canyon View High School began in September 2017, following a groundbreaking ceremony in January 2017.
Serving 2,141 students in grades 9-12, Canyon View High School ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon View High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Canyon View High School's student population of 2,141 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
2018
Colors
Black, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canyon View High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon View 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
#664 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
47%
49%
Black
10%
6%
White
34%
33%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon View High School's ranking?
Canyon View High School is ranked #664 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Canyon View High School often compared to?
Canyon View High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Verrado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon View High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon View High School is 93%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Canyon View High School?
2,141 students attend Canyon View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Canyon View High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon View High School?
Canyon View High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon View High School offer ?
Canyon View High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon View High School part of?
Canyon View High School is part of Agua Fria Union High School District (4289).
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