Serving 215 students in grades 6-8, Canton Middle School - 04 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canton Middle School - 04's student population of 215 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
215 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Canton Middle School - 04 ranks within the top 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton Middle School - 04 is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#251 out of 636 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
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American Indian
2%
14%
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Asian
1%
2%
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Hispanic
2%
7%
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Black
1%
3%
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White
91%
69%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
29%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton Middle School - 04's ranking?
Canton Middle School - 04 is ranked #251 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Canton Middle School - 04?
215 students attend Canton Middle School - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Canton Middle School - 04 students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canton Middle School - 04?
Canton Middle School - 04 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Canton Middle School - 04 offer ?
Canton Middle School - 04 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Canton Middle School - 04 part of?
Canton Middle School - 04 is part of Canton School District 41-1.
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