Middle School

Canyon Heights middle school combines small class sizes, a formative environment, and a balanced and academically challenging curriculum to seamlessly transition sixth- through eighth-grade students into a college-prep high school program.

Sixth Grade

Sixth grade introduces increased autonomy and higher academic and behavioral expectations. Students move between classrooms for core subjects to build independence and responsibility.

Core Subjects:

  • Math
  • Language arts
  • Earth science
  • World history
  • New Testament theology

Enrichment Classes:

  • Art
  • Music
  • Physical education
  • Latin (introduced to develop an understanding of word roots and language structure)

Seventh Grade

Seventh grade challenges students to grow academically and personally while taking greater responsibility for their learning.

Core Subjects:

  • Pre-algebra
  • Language arts
  • Life science
  • U.S. history
  • Introduction to the Sacraments

Enrichment Classes:

  • Art
  • Music
  • Physical education
  • Latin
Eighth Grade

By eighth grade, students develop the skills, confidence and knowledge needed to excel in college-prep high school programs. We encourage students to take advantage of leadership, athletics, and service opportunities to prepare for the future.

Core Subjects:

  • Algebra
  • Language arts
  • Physical science
  • U.S. history
  • Christian morality

Enrichment Classes:

  • Art
  • Music
  • Physical education
  • Latin

Encouraged Activities:

  • After-school clubs
  • Athletics
  • Service and leadership programs

Standardized Testing

Canyon Heights uses standardized testing in kindergarten through eighth grade. 

Standardized tests are computer-based and assess a student’s instructional level to measure academic growth throughout the school year in four areas: reading, math, language, and science. The testing is unique and adapts to each child’s level of learning. Test results provide instant and accurate information about classroom learning, which allows our teachers to alter instruction accordingly.

Eighth-grade students take the PSAT 8/9 and the High School Placement Test.
Canyon Heights Student Life

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Canyon Heights Spiritual Life

At Canyon Heights, religion is more than just a subject in school. We believe that growth in a student’s spiritual life lays the foundation for success in academics and beyond. 

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What Our Families Are Saying
“CHA has a wonderful and diverse community and the smaller class sizes and focus on integral formation help the school stand out from the rest. 2 of our children have graduated from CHA and one child is currently enrolled. Both of our graduates have excelled in high school and college thanks to CHA.”
J. D.
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