Serving 562 students in grades 5-6, Canyon Intermediate School ranks in the top 10% 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 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Intermediate School's student population of 562 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Canyon Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Intermediate School is 0.40, 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
#677 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)74%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
75%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Intermediate School's ranking?
Canyon Intermediate School is ranked #677 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Canyon Intermediate School?
562 students attend Canyon Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Canyon Intermediate School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Intermediate School?
Canyon Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canyon Intermediate School offer ?
Canyon Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Canyon Intermediate School part of?
Canyon Intermediate School is part of Canyon Independent School District.
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