Serving 338 students in grades 4-6, Canton Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canton Intermediate School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Canton Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton Intermediate School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#224 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
6%
12%
White
80%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton Intermediate School's ranking?
Canton Intermediate School is ranked #224 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Canton Intermediate School?
338 students attend Canton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Canton Intermediate School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canton Intermediate School?
Canton Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Canton Intermediate School offer ?
Canton Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canton Intermediate School part of?
Canton Intermediate School is part of Canton School District.
In what neighborhood is Canton Intermediate School located?
Canton Intermediate School is located in the Collinsville neighborhood of Canton, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Collinsville.
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