For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 195 students in Canaan, IN.
The top-ranked public school in Canaan, IN is Canaan Community Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canaan, IN public school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Canaan have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Canaan, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canaan Community Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8775 N Canaan Main St
Canaan, IN 47224
(812) 839-0003
Canaan, IN 47224
(812) 839-0003
Gr: K-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Canaan, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Canaan, IN include Canaan Community Academy.
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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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