Serving 847 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Canyon Rim Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Rim Elementary 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 Rim Elementary School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Canyon Rim Elementary 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 Rim Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#136 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
60%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Rim Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Rim Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Canyon Rim Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon Rim Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Augusta Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Canyon Rim Elementary School?
847 students attend Canyon Rim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Canyon Rim Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Rim Elementary School?
Canyon Rim Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Rim Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Rim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Rim Elementary School part of?
Canyon Rim Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
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