Serving 194 students in grades 6-8, Canton Middle School - 04 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canton Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Canton school district, covering approximately 195.2 square miles in Canton, SD. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum of 13.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canton Middle School - 04's student population of 194 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canton Middle School - 04 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton Middle School - 04 is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Black
2%
3%
White
93%
66%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton Middle School - 04's ranking?
Canton Middle School - 04 is ranked #304 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Canton Middle School - 04?
194 students attend Canton Middle School - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Canton Middle School - 04 students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canton Middle School - 04?
Canton Middle School - 04 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Canton Middle School - 04 offer ?
Canton Middle School - 04 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canton Middle School - 04 part of?
Canton Middle School - 04 is part of Canton School District 41-1.
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