Located in the quiet Mesquite Canyon residential community, Canyon Rim Elementary serves children in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade as part of the Gilbert Public Schools District.
Here, at the home of the Cougars, the faculty and staff strive to empower students with the skills and knowledge they’ll need to be successful in the 21st century. Outside of a core curriculum, students at Canyon Rim can take special classes in music, art, library, and physical education, on top of learning computers and how to manage technology.
When it comes to performance, students earn tests above the district and state averages in math and reading, helping Canyon Rim to rank among the top elementary schools in Arizona. And at the individual level, students who shine in the classroom are rewarded through the school’s Cougar of the Month program, which often includes pizza parties and school-wide recognition.
Depending on their grade level, eager Cougars also can explore school clubs including oceanography club, yearbook club, running club, or choir. And through the district’s enrichment program, they also can pursue interests in a variety of extracurriculars, ranging from dance and music to science and Young Rembrandts, among others offered seasonally.
And to help every Cougar enjoy being a kid, the school hosts fun runs, book fairs, special breakfasts, spirit days, student musicals, and plenty of events throughout the year to inspire the community at Canyon Rim Elementary.
Canyon Rim Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-6
3045 S Canyon Rim,
Mesa, AZ
Gilbert Public Schools
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
61%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Niche Grade
A
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
62%
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Math Proficiency
61%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
54
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Full Time Teachers
54
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Teachers in First or Second Year
26.7%
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GreatSchools Rating
7
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
10%
State Average
31%
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Math
14%
State Average
44%
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Student Diversity
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Male
53.3%
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Female
46.7%
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White
58.2%
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Male
53.3%
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Female
46.7%
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Economically disadvantaged
40.7%
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Hispanic
28.4%
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Two or more races
7%
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Black
3.8%
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Limited English proficient
2.1%
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Asian
1.4%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/12/2018
For the 6th grade teachers I don't know how y'all teaching and getting good ratings especially in math. For the math teachers! How come y'all can't send examples on how to do the math for my kids I don't get it. And I'm not good in math and I hate math.
GreatSchools Reviews
5/21/2026
Love this school. My kids had a great experience here.
2/20/2026
I went here 20 years ago and my kids now currently go here. It's a fabulous school with great teachers and staff. A lot of the teachers here have been with Canyon Rim since I went there and it opened in 2003, I really think that speaks volumes!! The principal, Mr Lopat, is fabulous. He's at the drop...
10/3/2025
Wonderful Teachers in our experience. It’s sad that the principal cares more about numbers than the kids. Had some awful experiences with him. There is little to no support for kids with learning disabilities. Took over a month just to get a response from a single email at a time.
1/5/2024
My son was at canyon rim for prek and kindergarten and I didn’t realize until after we moved schools (moved to Augusta ranch since it’s closer to our home) how amazing and above and beyond canyon rim is! The principal is always out front greeting kids and parents, and my son loved him. The school is...
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Canyon Rim Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-6 in Mesa, AZ and is served by the Gilbert Public Schools in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 768 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 61% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Canyon Rim Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Desert Ridge High School, Eastmark High School, Superstition High School, and more. Learn more about what Mesa has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Canyon Rim Elementary School.