Serving 408 students in grades 6-8, Canyon Hills Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon Hills Middle serves the west part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canyon Hills Middle School's student population of 408 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Canyon Hills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Hills Middle School is 0.35, 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
#7347 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
80%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
7%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 Hills Middle School's ranking?
Canyon Hills Middle School is ranked #7347 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Canyon Hills Middle School often compared to?
Canyon Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magoffin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Canyon Hills Middle School?
408 students attend Canyon Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Canyon Hills Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Hills Middle School?
Canyon Hills Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canyon Hills Middle School offer ?
Canyon Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Canyon Hills Middle School part of?
Canyon Hills Middle School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Hills Middle School located?
Canyon Hills Middle School is located in the Sunrise Acres neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunrise Acres.
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