For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,971 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 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 (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 965 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Canyon View High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6024 N Perryville Rd
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,004 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
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
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
Waddell, AZ 85355
(623) 932-7600
Gr: 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 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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