Canyon High School is a public high school located in the city limits of Canyon, Texas, United States and classified as a 4A school from 2018 by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Canyon Independent School District located in north central Randall County.
Serving 1,097 students in grades 9-12, Canyon High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,097 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon High School serves the southwest part of Canyon, TX, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 493 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 10.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 20.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Canyon High School's student population of 1,097 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,097 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canyon High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon High School is 0.42, 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
#1326 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and White
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon High School's ranking?
Canyon High School is ranked #1326 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Canyon High School often compared to?
Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amarillo High School, Randall High School, Dalhart High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Canyon High School?
1,097 students attend Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Canyon High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon High School?
Canyon High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canyon High School offer ?
Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Canyon High School part of?
Canyon High School is part of Canyon Independent School District.
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