Serving 948 students in grades 6-8, Canyon View Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon View Middle serves the southeastern part of Cedar City, UT, covering approximately 217.3 square miles. Families within this attendance area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canyon View Middle School's student population of 948 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
948 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canyon View Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon View Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#488 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
78%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Home of the Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon View Middle School's ranking?
Canyon View Middle School is ranked #488 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Canyon View Middle School often compared to?
Canyon View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Canyon View Middle School?
948 students attend Canyon View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Canyon View Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon View Middle School?
Canyon View Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon View Middle School offer ?
Canyon View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Canyon View Middle School part of?
Canyon View Middle School is part of Iron School District.
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