Serving 555 students in grades 7-8, Canyon J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon J High 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 J High School's student population of 555 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
555 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Canyon J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon J High School is 0.43, 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
#974 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
24%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
72%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Canyon Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon J High School's ranking?
Canyon J High School is ranked #974 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Canyon J High School?
555 students attend Canyon J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Canyon J High School students are White, 24% 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 J High School?
Canyon J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canyon J High School offer ?
Canyon J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Canyon J High School part of?
Canyon J High School is part of Canyon Independent School District.
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