Serving 968 students in grades 9-12, Canton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 968 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Canton High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Canton school district, covering approximately 19.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Canton High School's student population of 968 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
968 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1869
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#228 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
16%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
60%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton High School's ranking?
Canton High School is ranked #228 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Canton High School often compared to?
Canton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton High School, Dedham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canton High School?
The graduation rate of Canton High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Canton High School?
968 students attend Canton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Canton High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canton High School?
Canton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Canton High School offer ?
Canton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canton High School part of?
Canton High School is part of Canton School District.
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