Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Creek Elementary School's student population of 444 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Creek Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 1280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Creek Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Canyon Creek Elementary School?
444 students attend Canyon Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Canyon Creek Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Creek Elementary School?
Canyon Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Canyon Creek Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Canyon Creek Elementary School part of?
Canyon Creek Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
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