Serving 535 students in grades 10-12, Canton Public High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canton Public High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Canton Public High School's student population of 535 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canton Public High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton Public High School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#631 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
4%
Black
87%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton Public High School's ranking?
Canton Public High School is ranked #631 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Canton Public High School often compared to?
Canton Public High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Germantown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canton Public High School?
The graduation rate of Canton Public High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Canton Public High School?
535 students attend Canton Public High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Canton Public High School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canton Public High School?
Canton Public High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canton Public High School offer ?
Canton Public High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Canton Public High School part of?
Canton Public High School is part of Canton Public School Dist School District.
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