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Canyon Ridge High

High School · Hesperia Unified

12850 Muscatel Ave., Hesperia, CA 92344

Enrollment

212

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,563 of 9,539

In Hesperia

#7 of 29

public schools

In district

#6 of 25

Hesperia Unified

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Canyon Ridge High

5.9/10

High School in Hesperia · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Summit Leadership Academy-high Desert

6.8/10

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2.8/10

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About Canyon Ridge High

Canyon Ridge High is a public high school in Hesperia, CA, part of Hesperia Unified. Canyon Ridge High serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Canyon Ridge High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,563 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Canyon Ridge High show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Canyon Ridge High 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-0.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics1.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency4.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-51.2 pts
Overall Proficiency3% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-30.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate62%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,572

Canyon Ridge High — Students at Canyon Ridge High score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 3.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 11.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2010
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2011
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
1%
ELA
4.7%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Canyon Ridge High Compares

See how Canyon Ridge High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in CA
Academic
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers

Location

12850 Muscatel Ave., Hesperia, CA 92344

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Canyon Ridge High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Summit Leadership Academy-High Desert (rated 6.8/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Oak Hills High (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Oak Hills), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hesperia High (rated 6.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hesperia, see our Hesperia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Summit Leadership Academy-High Desert Hesperia 0.0 mi 6.8
Mission Crest Elementary Hesperia 0.3 mi 2.8
Cedar Middle Hesperia 1.1 mi 4.5
Oak Hills High Oak Hills 1.6 mi 6.3
Mesquite Trails Elementary Hesperia 1.6 mi 4.9
Mirus Secondary San Diego 1.8 mi 4.7
Topaz Preparatory Academy Hesperia 2.1 mi 4.4
Mojave River Academy - Rockview Park Oro Grande 2.1 mi 7.2
Hesperia High Hesperia 2.3 mi 6.3
Cottonwood Elementary Hesperia 2.5 mi 2.4
Maple Elementary Hesperia 2.9 mi 3.4
Hollyvale Elementary Victorville 3.4 mi 3.1
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Victorville 4.0 mi
Hesperia Junior High Hesperia 3.6 mi 3.8
Just 4 Kids Academy Hesperia 3.8 mi
Cypress School of the Arts Hesperia 3.8 mi 3.3
Options for Youth-Victor Valley Charter Covina 4.3 mi 4.2
Shadow Ridge Hesperia 3.7 mi 6.3
Eagle Ranch Elementary Adelanto 4.6 mi 2.9
Joshua Circle Elementary Hesperia 4.1 mi 2.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,909

Median Home Value

$454,100

Median Rent

$2,117/mo

Population

20,671

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

78.8%

Avg Commute

46.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

33.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Canyon Ridge High

What grades does Canyon Ridge High serve?

Canyon Ridge High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Canyon Ridge High?

Canyon Ridge High has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Canyon Ridge High?

The student-teacher ratio at Canyon Ridge High is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Canyon Ridge High rank in CA?

Canyon Ridge High ranks #5,563 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Canyon Ridge High's MySchoolScout rating?

Canyon Ridge High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Ridge High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Canyon Ridge High has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Canyon Ridge High a charter school?

No, Canyon Ridge High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Canyon Ridge High a Title I school?

No, Canyon Ridge High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canyon Ridge High?

73.6% of students at Canyon Ridge High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.6%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
San Bernardino County
4-Year Graduation
62.0%

District

Hesperia Unified
District Enrollment
23,382
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,572
District Rank
#6 of 25

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