Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Canyon Creek Elementary School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Creek Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#191 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
68%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Creek Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Canyon Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Canyon Creek Elementary School?
287 students attend Canyon Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Canyon Creek Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Creek Elementary School?
Canyon Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canyon Creek Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Canyon Creek Elementary School part of?
Canyon Creek Elementary School is part of Richardson ISD School District.
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