Serving 68 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Canyon Elementary School's student population of 68 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
68 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1918
School Motto
Canyon School’s mission is to foster lifelong love of learning, integrating individual academic growth and achievement with artistic expression.
School Rankings
Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1624 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
66%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Canyon Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Elementary School is ranked #1624 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Canyon Elementary School?
68 students attend Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Canyon Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Elementary School?
Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Canyon Elementary School part of?
Canyon Elementary School is part of Canyon Elementary School District.
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