Serving 529 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
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 16:1 is higher than 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: 5-6
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon Intermediate School serves the southwest part of Canyon, TX, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 493 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 20.6 miles away.
- 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 529 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
529 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Mission is to empower students through academic and character development to obtain lifelong success as servant leaders.
School Rankings
Canyon Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Intermediate 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
#761 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
22%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Intermediate School's ranking?
Canyon Intermediate School is ranked #761 out of 8,096 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?
529 students attend Canyon Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Canyon Intermediate School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Intermediate School?
Canyon Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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