For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 959 students in New River, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in New River, AZ are Canyon Springs Stem Academy and New River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New River, AZ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in New River have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in New River, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Springs Stem Academy
(Math: 56% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
42901 N 45th Ave
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-5200
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-5200
Gr: PK-8 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
New River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
48827 N Black Canyon Hwy
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-3500
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-3500
Gr: PK-6 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in New River, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in New River, AZ include Canyon Springs Stem Academy and New River Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in New River?
2 public elementary schools are located in New River.
What is the racial composition of students in New River?
New River public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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