Serving 214 students in grades 7-8, Canton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canton Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Canton school district, covering approximately 25 square miles. Typically, it takes 5 to 10 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 7 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canton Middle School's student population of 214 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Canton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton Middle School is 0.38, 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
#364 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-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 Middle School's ranking?
Canton Middle School is ranked #364 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Canton Middle School often compared to?
Canton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avon Middle School, Irving A. Robbins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Canton Middle School?
214 students attend Canton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Canton Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canton Middle School?
Canton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Canton Middle School offer ?
Canton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canton Middle School part of?
Canton Middle School is part of Canton School District.
In what neighborhood is Canton Middle School located?
Canton Middle School is located in the Collinsville neighborhood of Canton, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Collinsville.
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