Canyon High School is a high school in the William S. Hart Union High School District in Canyon Country, Santa Clarita, California.
Serving 1,952 students in grades 9-12, Canyon High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,952 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon High serves the east part of Canyon Country, CA, covering an area of approximately 72.3 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-15 minute drive to school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Canyon High School's student population of 1,952 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,952 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
Your Future Starts Here
School Rankings
Canyon High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1619 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
24%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Diversity is our strength. Unity is our goal.
School Mascot
Cowboy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon High School's ranking?
Canyon High School is ranked #1619 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Canyon High School often compared to?
Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Golden Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Canyon High School?
1,952 students attend Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Canyon High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon High School?
Canyon High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 William S. Hart Union High School District.
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