Serving 1,251 students in grades 6-8, Canyon Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon Middle serves the southeast part of New Braunfels, TX, covering an area of approximately 109.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canyon Middle School's student population of 1,251 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canyon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Middle School is 0.60, 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
#3300 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
50%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
39%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Middle School's ranking?
Canyon Middle School is ranked #3300 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Canyon Middle School often compared to?
Canyon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakrun Middle School, New Braunfels Middle School, Church Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Canyon Middle School?
1,251 students attend Canyon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Canyon Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Middle School?
Canyon Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canyon Middle School offer ?
Canyon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Canyon Middle School part of?
Canyon Middle School is part of Comal Independent School District.
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