Best Canton Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 174 students in Canton, KS.
The top-ranked public school in Canton, KS is Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, KS public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Canton have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Canton, KS (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
506 S. Kansas
Canton, KS 67428
(620) 628-4401
Gr: 6-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Canton, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Canton, KS include Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Canton?
1 public schools are located in Canton.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

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