Serving 204 students in grades 6-8, Canyon Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Creek Middle School's student population of 204 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canyon Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Creek Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#574 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
82%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Creek Middle School's ranking?
Canyon Creek Middle School is ranked #574 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Canyon Creek Middle School often compared to?
Canyon Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jemtegaard Middle School, Hockinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Canyon Creek Middle School?
204 students attend Canyon Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Canyon Creek Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Creek Middle School?
Canyon Creek Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Canyon Creek Middle School offer ?
Canyon Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Canyon Creek Middle School part of?
Canyon Creek Middle School is part of Washougal School District.
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