For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,971 students in Waddell, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in Waddell, AZ are Canyon View High School and Mountain View. 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 50% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waddell, AZ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Canyon View High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6024 N Perryville Rd
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,004 students
Rank: #22.
Mountain View
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18302 W Burton Ave
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 876-7450
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 876-7450
Grades: PK-8
| 965 students
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - American Leadership Academy West Foothills
Vocational School
17608 W Olive Ave
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 288-6250
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 288-6250
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
West-mec Canyon View High School
Vocational School
6024 N Perryville Rd
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Grades: 9-12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Waddell, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in Waddell, AZ include Canyon View High School and Mountain View.
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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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