Average
#1401 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Canyon Day Junior High School
Middle School · Whiteriver Unified District (4394)
PO BOX 190, Whiteriver, AZ 85941
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,401 of 2,006
In Whiteriver
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Whiteriver Unified District (4394)
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Canyon Day Junior High School
Middle School in Whiteriver · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Canyon Day Junior High School
Canyon Day Junior High School is a public middle school in Whiteriver, AZ, part of Whiteriver Unified District (4394). Canyon Day Junior High School serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Canyon Day Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,401 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Canyon Day Junior High School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Canyon Day Junior High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Canyon Day Junior High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
79% of students at Canyon Day Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Canyon Day Junior High School — Students at Canyon Day Junior High School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Canyon Day Junior High School Compares
See how Canyon Day Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 190, Whiteriver, AZ 85941
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canyon Day Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Theodore Roosevelt School (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Ft. Apache), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blue Ridge Jr High School (rated 6.1/10, 26.0 miles away, in nearby Lakeside), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Show Low Junior High School (rated 5.9/10, 33.2 miles away, in nearby Show Low), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Whiteriver, see our Whiteriver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Theodore Roosevelt School Ft. Apache | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Seven Mile School Whiteriver | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| NAVIT - Alchesay High School Snowflake | 5.1 mi | — |
| Alchesay High School Whiteriver | 5.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Whiteriver Elementary Whiteriver | 5.3 mi | 6.5 |
| EAST FORK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Whiteriver | 5.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Cradleboard School Whiteriver | 10.9 mi | 6.6 |
| John F. Kennedy Day School Whiteriver | 11.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Mcnary Elementary School Mcnary | 22.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Blue Ridge High School Lakeside | 26.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Blue Ridge Jr High School Lakeside | 26.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Blue Ridge Elementary School Lakeside | 27.2 mi | 4.8 |
| MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Show Low | 28.9 mi | 5.5 |
| LEXINGTON LIFE ACADEMY Show Low | 30.0 mi | 5.6 |
| NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College WMC Snowflake | 32.2 mi | — |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Show Low | 32.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low | 32.6 mi | 6.9 |
| WMI ON LINE Show Low | 33.2 mi | — |
| Show Low Preschool Show Low | 33.2 mi | — |
| Show Low Junior High School Show Low | 33.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85941 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,554
Median Home Value
$84,200
Median Rent
$604/mo
Population
10,333
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
57.4%
Poverty Rate
40.6%
Median Age
29.4
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| Holbrook Junior High School Holbrook, AZ | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canyon Day Junior High School
What grades does Canyon Day Junior High School serve?
Canyon Day Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Canyon Day Junior High School?
Canyon Day Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canyon Day Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Canyon Day Junior High School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canyon Day Junior High School rank in AZ?
Canyon Day Junior High School ranks #1,401 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Canyon Day Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Canyon Day Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Canyon Day Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canyon Day Junior High School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Canyon Day Junior High School a charter school?
No, Canyon Day Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canyon Day Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Canyon Day Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Gila County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.7%
- Phone
- (928) 358-5680
Resources & Links
District
Whiteriver Unified District (4394)- District Enrollment
- 2,322
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,546
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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