Canyon Lake High School is a public high school located in unincorporated Comal County, Texas. It is part of the Comal Independent School District and is ranked as a 4A high school by the UIL.
Serving 1,066 students in grades 9-12, Canyon Lake High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,066 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Lake High School's student population of 1,066 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,066 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canyon Lake High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Lake High School is 0.50, 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
#2411 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
33%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
63%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Lake High School's ranking?
Canyon Lake High School is ranked #2411 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Canyon Lake High School often compared to?
Canyon Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon High School, Wimberley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon Lake High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Canyon Lake High School?
1,066 students attend Canyon Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Canyon Lake High School students are White, 33% 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 Lake High School?
Canyon Lake High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canyon Lake High School offer ?
Canyon Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Canyon Lake High School part of?
Canyon Lake High School is part of Comal Independent School District.
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