Serving 1,164 students in grades 6-8, Canyon Ridge Middle 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 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Ridge Middle 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 Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,164 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canyon Ridge Middle 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 Ridge Middle School is 0.56, 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
#436 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
63%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
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 Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Canyon Ridge Middle School is ranked #436 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Canyon Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Canyon Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence W Stiles Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Canyon Ridge Middle School?
1,164 students attend Canyon Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Canyon Ridge Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Ridge Middle School?
Canyon Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canyon Ridge Middle School offer ?
Canyon Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Canyon Ridge Middle School part of?
Canyon Ridge Middle School is part of Leander ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Ridge Middle School located?
Canyon Ridge Middle School is located in the Steiner Ranch Neighborhood Association neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Steiner Ranch Neighborhood Association.
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