At a glance
Reported students
1,042
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
50.75
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
20.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
98th percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
799
Canyon Ridge School: 1,042 reported students.
State peer staffing position
86th percentile
20.5:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 931
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 21.4:1
What the reported data says about Canyon Ridge School
Canyon Ridge School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–08 in Surprise. It is one of 25 current school records connected to Dysart Unified District (4243). NCES reports 1,042 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 98th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 20.5:1, above the Arizona median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (52.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (30.3%). English learners represent 0.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Canyon Ridge School
- 1How do the reported 20.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 50.75 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 4%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White52.3%
- Hispanic30.3%
- Black5.2%
- Asian3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial8.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Dysart Unified District (4243)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Mountain View
Elementary · Grades PK–08
1,045 reported students
Marley Park Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–08
1,023 reported students
Sunset Hills Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–08
877 reported students
Asante Preparatory Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08
876 reported students
Kingswood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
826 reported students
Cimarron Springs Middle School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
810 reported students
Public schools near Canyon Ridge School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cimarron Springs Middle School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 810 | 0.5 mi |
| Western Peaks Elementary Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 763 | 1 mi |
| Sunset Hills Elementary Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 877 | 1.1 mi |
| Paradise Honors Elementary School Elementary · Charter · Paragon Management Inc. (5180) | KG–08 | 1,264 | 2.1 mi |
| Calibre Academy Surprise Elementary · Charter · Calibre Academy (79055) | KG–08 | 538 | 2.2 mi |
| Legacy Traditional School - West Surprise Elementary · Charter · Legacy Traditional School - West Surprise (1000560) | KG–08 | 1,231 | 2.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Canyon Ridge School
What grades does Canyon Ridge School serve?
Canyon Ridge School reports grades PK–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Dysart Unified District (4243).
How many students attend Canyon Ridge School?
Canyon Ridge School reported 1,042 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 98th percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 931 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Canyon Ridge School?
The calculated ratio is 20.5:1, based on 1,042 students and 50.75 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Canyon Ridge School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Canyon Ridge School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Dysart Unified District (4243) attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Canyon Ridge School in?
Canyon Ridge School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243), based in Surprise, AZ, which operates 25 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Canyon Ridge School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Cimarron Springs Middle School (0.5 mi), Western Peaks Elementary (1 mi), Sunset Hills Elementary (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.