Serving 737 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Diamond Canyon 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 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diamond Canyon 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
Diamond Canyon School's student population of 737 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Diamond Canyon 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 Diamond Canyon School is 0.36, 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
#100 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
79%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Diamond Canyon School's ranking?
Diamond Canyon School is ranked #100 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Diamond Canyon School often compared to?
Diamond Canyon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gavilan Peak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Diamond Canyon School?
737 students attend Diamond Canyon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Diamond Canyon School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diamond Canyon School?
Diamond Canyon School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Diamond Canyon School offer ?
Diamond Canyon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diamond Canyon School part of?
Diamond Canyon School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Diamond Canyon School located?
Diamond Canyon School is located in the Anthem neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 6 other public schools located in Anthem.
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