Average
#823 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 41% in state
Echo Canyon K-8
Elementary School · Scottsdale Unified District (4240)
4330 N 62ND ST, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#823 of 2,006
In Scottsdale
#38 of 46
public schools
In district
#27 of 30
Scottsdale Unified District (4240)
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Echo Canyon K-8
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About Echo Canyon K-8
Echo Canyon K-8 is a public elementary school in Scottsdale, AZ, part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240). Echo Canyon K-8 serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Echo Canyon K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #823 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Echo Canyon K-8 show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 8.4
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Echo Canyon K-8 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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Echo Canyon K-8 — Students at Echo Canyon K-8 score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
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: 6.3/10.
How Echo Canyon K-8 Compares
See how Echo Canyon K-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4330 N 62ND ST, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Echo Canyon K-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hopi Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kiva Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Paradise Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tavan Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scottsdale, see our Scottsdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation Scottsdale | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Ingleside Middle School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Veritas Prep Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway Veritas Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Hopi Elementary School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Montessori Academy Paradise Valley | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Kiva Elementary School Paradise Valley | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Scottsdale | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ARCADIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Phoenix | 2.1 mi | — |
| Arcadia High School Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Tavan Elementary School Phoenix | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| NEW WAY ACADEMY Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Orangedale Early Learning Center Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Coronado High School Scottsdale | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Scottsdale Online Learning Scottsdale | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Tonalea Middle School Scottsdale | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| The Excel Center - Papago Phoenix | 2.9 mi | — |
| Griffith Elementary School Phoenix | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Brunson-Lee Elementary School Phoenix | 3.1 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85251 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,151
Median Home Value
$500,700
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
39,976
College Educated
60.2%
Homeownership
49.2%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alice Byrne Elementary School Yuma, AZ | 6.8 |
| Cragin Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 6.8 |
| Desert Sun Academy Cave Creek, AZ | 6.8 |
| Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy Glendale, AZ | 6.8 |
| Gadsden Elementary School San Luis, AZ | 6.8 |
| Joe Carlson Elementary School Douglas, AZ | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Echo Canyon K-8
What grades does Echo Canyon K-8 serve?
Echo Canyon K-8 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Echo Canyon K-8?
Echo Canyon K-8 has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Echo Canyon K-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Echo Canyon K-8 is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Echo Canyon K-8 rank in AZ?
Echo Canyon K-8 ranks #823 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Echo Canyon K-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Echo Canyon K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Echo Canyon K-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Echo Canyon K-8 has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Echo Canyon K-8 a charter school?
No, Echo Canyon K-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Echo Canyon K-8 a Title I school?
No, Echo Canyon K-8 is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.5%
- Phone
- (480) 484-7500
Resources & Links
District
Scottsdale Unified District (4240)- District Enrollment
- 20,940
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,306
- District Rank
- #27 of 30
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