Serving 378 students in grades 6-8, Canton South Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Faircrest Memorial Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Canton, OH, encompassing approximately 36.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canton South Middle School's student population of 378 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Canton South Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton South Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1906 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
11%
17%
White
76%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton South Middle School's ranking?
Canton South Middle School is ranked #1906 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Canton South Middle School often compared to?
Canton South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakwood Middle School, Glenwood Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Canton South Middle School?
378 students attend Canton South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Canton South Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canton South Middle School?
Canton South Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canton South Middle School offer ?
Canton South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canton South Middle School part of?
Canton South Middle School is part of Canton Local School District.
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