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Best Waddell Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,187 students in Waddell, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in Waddell, AZ are Mountain View and Canyon View High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waddell, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Waddell have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Waddell, AZ (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain View
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
18302 W Burton Ave
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 876-7450
Gr: PK-8 | 1,045 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Canyon View High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6024 N Perryville Rd
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,141 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - American Leadership Academy West Foothills
Vocational School
17608 W Olive Ave
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 288-6250
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
West-mec Canyon View High School
Vocational School
6024 N Perryville Rd
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Waddell, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in Waddell, AZ include Mountain View and Canyon View High School.
How many public schools are located in Waddell?
4 public schools are located in Waddell.
What is the racial composition of students in Waddell?
Waddell public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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