Canton Middle School serves 272 students in grades 7-8.
Minority enrollment was 91% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
77%
33%
White
9%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Canton Middle School?
272 students attend Canton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Canton Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Canton Middle School offer ?
Canton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Canton Middle School part of?
Canton Middle School is part of Baltimore City Public Schools.
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