Serving 333 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 62% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Canton Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Canton, CT school district, encompassing approximately 25 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canton Intermediate School's student population of 333 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
333 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canton Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton Intermediate School is 0.29, 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
#220 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #220 out of 939 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
333 students attend Canton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Canton Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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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