Canyon del Oro High School is a comprehensive public high school in Oro Valley, Arizona, located 6 miles north of Tucson at the base of Pusch Ridge in the western foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains.
Serving 1,737 students in grades 9-12, Canyon Del Oro High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Del Oro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Del Oro High School's student population of 1,737 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Gold, Forest Green
School Calendar
Campus Size
10
School Motto
Home of the Hawks
School Rankings
Canyon Del Oro High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Del Oro High School is 0.56, 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
#300 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
34%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
57%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: El Dorado
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Del Oro High School's ranking?
Canyon Del Oro High School is ranked #300 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Canyon Del Oro High School often compared to?
Canyon Del Oro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ironwood Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon Del Oro High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon Del Oro High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Canyon Del Oro High School?
1,737 students attend Canyon Del Oro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Canyon Del Oro High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Del Oro High School?
Canyon Del Oro High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Del Oro High School offer ?
Canyon Del Oro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Del Oro High School part of?
Canyon Del Oro High School is part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406) School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Del Oro High School located?
Canyon Del Oro High School is located in the Linda Vista Citrus neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Linda Vista Citrus.
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