Serving 920 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 920 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Creek Elementary School's student population of 920 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
920 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Creek Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#58 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
48%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
32%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Creek Elementary School is ranked #58 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Canyon Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Canyon Creek Elementary School?
920 students attend Canyon Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Canyon Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Creek Elementary School?
Canyon Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Canyon Creek Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Creek Elementary School part of?
Canyon Creek Elementary School is part of Northshore School District.
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