North Canyon High School is a nationally recognized public high school located in north central Phoenix, Arizona. It features an International Baccalaureate program. Construction started in 1989, the campus was designed by Hickman, Schafer & Turley Architects Ltd. of Mesa.
Serving 1,560 students in grades 7-12, North Canyon High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Canyon High School's student population of 1,560 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Black, Purple
School Rankings
North Canyon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Canyon High School is 0.55, 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
#1344 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
64%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
20%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Paradise Valley Unified District (4241)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Canyon High School's ranking?
North Canyon High School is ranked #1344 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are North Canyon High School often compared to?
North Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinnacle High School, Horizon High School, Paradise Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of North Canyon High School is 81%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend North Canyon High School?
1,560 students attend North Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of North Canyon High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Canyon High School?
North Canyon High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Canyon High School offer ?
North Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Canyon High School part of?
North Canyon High School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is North Canyon High School located?
North Canyon High School is located in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 41 other public schools located in Paradise Valley Village.
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