Serving 69 students in grades 6-8, Canyon Creek 6-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Creek 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Creek 6-8's student population of 69 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canyon Creek 6-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Creek 6-8 is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Creek 6-8's ranking?
Canyon Creek 6-8 is ranked #366 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Canyon Creek 6-8 often compared to?
Canyon Creek 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Elder Grove 7-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Canyon Creek 6-8?
69 students attend Canyon Creek 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Canyon Creek 6-8 students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Creek 6-8?
Canyon Creek 6-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Canyon Creek 6-8 offer ?
Canyon Creek 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Creek 6-8 part of?
Canyon Creek 6-8 is part of Canyon Creek Elementary School District.
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