Canyon Del Oro High School vs Horizon High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 167 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canyon Del Oro High School
Oro Valley · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,758 students
Horizon High School
Scottsdale · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,767 students
| Measure | Canyon Del Oro High School Oro Valley, Arizona | Horizon High School Scottsdale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #92 of 286 | #93 of 286 |
| National rank | #6322 of 16,910 | #6382 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 1,758 | 1,767 |
| Enrollment | 1,758 | 1,767 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 65% |
| city | Oro Valley | Scottsdale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (57.9 vs 57.7).
- •Horizon High School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 62%).
- •Canyon Del Oro High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 61%).
- •Canyon Del Oro High School does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 22.9).
- •Horizon High School is the larger school with 1,767 students compared with 1,758.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Canyon Del Oro High School better than Horizon High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Canyon Del Oro High School and Horizon High School?
About 167 km in a straight line, between Oro Valley and Scottsdale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canyon Del Oro High School: 1,758. Horizon High School: 1,767. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canyon Del Oro High School and Horizon High School rank in Arizona?
Canyon Del Oro High School is 92nd of 286 and Horizon High School is 93rd of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).