Serving 174 students in grades 6-12, Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canton-Galva Jr./Sr. High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Canton, KS, encompassing approximately 148.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School's student population of 174 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1090 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School's ranking?
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School is ranked #1090 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School often compared to?
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcpherson High School, Inman Jr/sr High School, Smoky Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School?
174 students attend Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School?
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School offer ?
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School part of?
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School is part of Canton-Galva School District.
School Calendar
View the Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Practice - Jr. High Winter Sports
October 26, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of HS Winter Sports Practices
November 16, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Spring Sports Practices
March 01, 2027 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK - NO SCHOOL
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Seniors
May 07, 2027 (Friday)
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