Best Schools in New River, Arizona
1 schools · 1 High
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Cornerstone Charter School
High · Cornerstone Charter Schoolinc (79077). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$510,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$510,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in New River
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cornerstone Charter School | 4.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.3/10
- Median household income
- $120,688
- Median home value
- $510,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 94%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How New River compares
Median household income
$121k
170% of Arizona median
About Schools in New River, Arizona
New River, Arizona is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.3 out of 10, schools in New River show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in New River is Cornerstone Charter School with a composite score of 4.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
New River is served by 1 school district: Cornerstone Charter SchoolInc (79077). These districts collectively serve 140 students.
New River's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $120,688. The poverty rate in the area is 4.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 140 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 |
Schools in New River
New River, Arizona · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$120,688
Median Home Value
$510,800
Median Rent
$1,809/mo
Population
9,835
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
94%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Community Profile
New River has a median household income of $120,688. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $510,800, with a median rent of $1,809/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in New River, Arizona
How many schools are in New River, Arizona?
New River has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in New River, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New River is 4.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in New River, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in New River on MySchoolScout is Cornerstone Charter School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best high school in New River, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in New River on MySchoolScout is Cornerstone Charter School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
How many school districts serve New River, Arizona?
New River is served by 1 school district: Cornerstone Charter Schoolinc (79077).
What is the education level in New River, Arizona?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in New River have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in New River, Arizona?
The median household income in New River is approximately $120,688 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New River, Arizona?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arizona Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.