Below Average
#6763 of 8,552 schools in TX
Canyon Hills Middle
Middle School · EL PASO ISD
8930 ECLIPSE ST, EL Paso, TX 79904
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,763 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#159 of 206
public schools
In district
#45 of 73
EL PASO ISD
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Canyon Hills Middle
Canyon Hills Middle is a public middle school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Canyon Hills Middle serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Canyon Hills Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,763 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Canyon Hills Middle show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Canyon Hills Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Canyon Hills Middle — Students at Canyon Hills Middle score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How Canyon Hills Middle Compares
See how Canyon Hills Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8930 ECLIPSE ST, EL Paso, TX 79904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canyon Hills Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MAGOFFIN MIDDLE (rated 3.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CPT GABRIEL NAVARRETE MIDDLE (rated 3.4/10, 3.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PARK EL El Paso | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| WHITAKER EL El Paso | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| H R MOYE EL El Paso | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| TRANSMOUNTAIN EARLY COLLEGE H S El Paso | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| COLIN L POWELL EL El Paso | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| CHAPIN H S El Paso | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MAGOFFIN MIDDLE El Paso | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| SUNRISE MOUNTAIN EL El Paso | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| LOGAN EL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| STANTON EL El Paso | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| IRVIN H S El Paso | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| CPT GABRIEL NAVARRETE MIDDLE El Paso | 3.0 mi | 3.4 |
| COACH ARCHIE DURAN EL El Paso | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| TRAVIS EL El Paso | 3.1 mi | 3.4 |
| BOBBY JOE HILL PK-8 El Paso | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - EL PASO El Paso | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| BLISS EL El Paso | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
| DOLPHIN TERRACE EL El Paso | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CLENDENIN EL El Paso | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,892
Median Home Value
$117,400
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
33,022
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
42.4%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Median Age
33.1
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| LITTLE CYPRESS J H Orange, TX | 4.7 |
| LONG MIDDLE Dallas, TX | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canyon Hills Middle
What grades does Canyon Hills Middle serve?
Canyon Hills Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Canyon Hills Middle?
Canyon Hills Middle has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canyon Hills Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Canyon Hills Middle is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canyon Hills Middle rank in TX?
Canyon Hills Middle ranks #6,763 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Canyon Hills Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Canyon Hills Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Canyon Hills Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canyon Hills Middle has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Canyon Hills Middle a charter school?
No, Canyon Hills Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canyon Hills Middle a Title I school?
No, Canyon Hills Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canyon Hills Middle?
87.0% of students at Canyon Hills Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (915) 236-5975
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #45 of 73
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