Copper Canyon High School is a public high school located in Glendale, Arizona, United States; it is part of the Tolleson Union High School District. The school opened its doors in August 2004 and had its first graduating class in May 2008.
Serving 2,155 students in grades 9-12, Copper 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 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Copper Canyon High School's student population of 2,155 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Copper 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 Copper Canyon High School is 0.24, 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
#1296 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
87%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Copper Canyon High School's ranking?
Copper Canyon High School is ranked #1296 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Copper Canyon High School often compared to?
Copper Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Linda High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Copper Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Copper Canyon High School is 87%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Copper Canyon High School?
2,155 students attend Copper Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Copper Canyon High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Copper Canyon High School?
Copper Canyon High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Copper Canyon High School offer ?
Copper Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Copper Canyon High School part of?
Copper Canyon High School is part of Tolleson Union High School District (4288).
School Reviews
5 1/31/2011
Copper canyon is a great school, has a great staff and principal. Good academic and sports
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