For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 245 students in Canaan, CT.
The top-ranked public school in Canaan, CT is North Canaan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canaan, CT public school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Canaan have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Canaan, CT (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Canaan Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
90 Pease Street
Canaan, CT 06018
(860) 824-5149
Canaan, CT 06018
(860) 824-5149
Gr: PK-8 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Canaan, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in Canaan, CT include North Canaan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Canaan?
1 public schools are located in Canaan.
What is the racial composition of students in Canaan?
Canaan public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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