Serving 1,042 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Canyon Ridge School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,042 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Ridge School's student population of 1,042 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,042 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Canyon Ridge School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Ridge School is 0.64, 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
#170 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
30%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
52%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Ridge School's ranking?
Canyon Ridge School is ranked #170 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Canyon Ridge School?
1,042 students attend Canyon Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Canyon Ridge School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Ridge School?
Canyon Ridge School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Ridge School offer ?
Canyon Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Ridge School part of?
Canyon Ridge School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243).
In what neighborhood is Canyon Ridge School located?
Canyon Ridge 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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