Canyon del Oro High School

Canyon del Oro High School has earned the A+ School of Excellence designation from the Arizona Educational Foundation. The recognition demonstrates CDO’s "unrelenting dedication to excellence in all areas of education, innovation, and community involvement."

At CDO, we believe in the promise of every student, and we promise to deliver the educational experiences children need to grow and flourish, from the first day of their kindergarten year to the day they walk across the stage and earn their high school diplomas. One of our core missions is to deliver on the Promise of a Graduate, instilling eight key skills and characteristics in our students as they grow from year to year. Those qualities are Scholarship, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Caring and Citizenship.

We are honored to have earned an “A” rating from the Arizona Department of Education, a reflection of our unwavering commitment to academic excellence, student growth, and a safe, supportive learning environment. This top-tier rating recognizes the hard work of our dedicated staff, engaged families, and motivated students who strive for success every day. At our school, high expectations and strong support go hand in hand, preparing every student for a bright and promising future.

CDO prepares students for the future, with high-quality curriculum in the fundamentals and opportunities to gain valuable skills for after they graduate with 12 Career and Technical Education (CTE) tracks and internship opportunities. We prepare students not just to graduate, but to thrive in life after school—wherever their path leads.

Our high-performing school offers a diverse range of academic and extracurricular programs aimed at preparing students for college and career paths, including the International Baccalaureate program for students seeking personal and academic growth that prepares them to compete in the 21st-century marketplace. CDO also offers Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment classes, REACH (gifted students), and Honors coursework, providing students with diverse opportunities for growth and achievement.