Excellent
#14 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 6% of private schools
Canyon State Academy
School
20061 E RITTENHOUSE RD, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#14 of 225
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Canyon State Academy
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About Canyon State Academy
Canyon State Academy is a private school in Queen Creek, AZ. Canyon State Academy serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Canyon State Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Canyon State Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Canyon State Academy compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Queen Creek, AZ
Student Demographics
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
20061 E RITTENHOUSE RD, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canyon State Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Heritage Academy Gateway (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Mesa), with a very similar rating. Another option is American Leadership Academy Queen Creek K-12 (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Queen Creek Virtual Academy (rated 4.7/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Queen Creek, see our Queen Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,236
Median Home Value
$521,300
Median Rent
$2,092/mo
Population
87,201
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
88.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canyon State Academy
What grades does Canyon State Academy serve?
Canyon State Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Canyon State Academy?
Canyon State Academy has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canyon State Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Canyon State Academy is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Canyon State Academy rank in AZ?
Canyon State Academy ranks #14 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Canyon State Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Canyon State Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Canyon State Academy a private school?
Yes, Canyon State Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Canyon State Academy a religious school?
No, Canyon State Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Gender Split
- 74% M / 26% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 248 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (480) 987-2009
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