Very Good
#734 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 33% in state
Canyon Creek Middle School
Middle School · Washougal School District
9731 Washougal River Rd, Washougal, WA 98671
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#734 of 2,228
In Washougal
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Washougal School District
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Canyon Creek Middle School
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About Canyon Creek Middle School
Canyon Creek Middle School is a public middle school in Washougal, WA, part of Washougal School District. Canyon Creek Middle School serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Canyon Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #734 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Canyon Creek Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, Canyon Creek Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Canyon Creek Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
36% of students at Canyon Creek Middle School 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 Creek Middle School — Students at Canyon Creek Middle School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Canyon Creek Middle School Compares
See how Canyon Creek Middle School 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
9731 Washougal River Rd, Washougal, WA 98671
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canyon Creek Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mount Pleasant School (rated 9.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hathaway Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodburn Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Camas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washougal, see our Washougal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Horn Skye Elementary Washougal | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Mount Pleasant School Washougal | 3.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Jemtegaard Middle School Washougal | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Columbia River Gorge Elementary School Washougal | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Washougal Special Services Washougal | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Washougal High School Washougal | 4.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Corbett School Corbett | 6.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Gause Elementary Washougal | 5.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Washougal Learning Academy Washougal | 5.1 mi | — |
| Hathaway Elementary Washougal | 5.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Woodburn Elementary Camas | 7.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Papermaker Preschool Camas | 8.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Camas High School Camas | 8.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Oregon Trail Academy Sandy | 11.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Hayes Freedom High School Camas | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Camas School District Open Doors Camas | 8.2 mi | — |
| Troutdale Elementary School Troutdale | 8.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Camas Connect Academy Camas | 8.2 mi | 2.8 |
| The Heights Learning Center Camas | 8.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Helen Baller Elem Camas | 8.2 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98671 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,498
Median Home Value
$532,100
Median Rent
$1,566/mo
Population
23,669
College Educated
30.3%
Homeownership
78.8%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SEATTLE GIRLS SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.2 |
| Pinnacles Prep Charter School Wenatchee, WA | 7.3 |
| Onalaska Middle School Onalaska, WA | 7.0 |
| Environmental & Adventure School Kirkland, WA | 7.6 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon, WA | 6.8 |
| Manson Middle School Manson, WA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canyon Creek Middle School
What grades does Canyon Creek Middle School serve?
Canyon Creek Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Canyon Creek Middle School?
Canyon Creek Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canyon Creek Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Canyon Creek Middle School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canyon Creek Middle School rank in WA?
Canyon Creek Middle School ranks #734 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Canyon Creek Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Canyon Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Creek Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canyon Creek Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Canyon Creek Middle School a charter school?
No, Canyon Creek Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canyon Creek Middle School a Title I school?
No, Canyon Creek Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canyon Creek Middle School?
29.4% of students at Canyon Creek Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 170
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Skamania County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (360) 954-3500
Resources & Links
District
Washougal School District- District Enrollment
- 2,825
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,867
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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