Serving 354 students in grades 5-6, Canaan Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Canaan Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Plain City, OH, encompassing approximately 108.6 square miles. Families typically travel 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest boundary reaching 10.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canaan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Canaan Middle School's student population of 354 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Canaan Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canaan Middle School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#657 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canaan Middle School's ranking?
Canaan Middle School is ranked #657 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Canaan Middle School?
354 students attend Canaan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Canaan Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canaan Middle School?
Canaan Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canaan Middle School offer ?
Canaan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canaan Middle School part of?
Canaan Middle School is part of Jonathan Alder Local School District.
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