For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 6,198 students in Canton, MI. The top-ranked public high schools in Canton, MI are Salem High School, Plymouth High School and Canton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Canton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public high schools.
Canton, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Plymouth High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Canton, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem High School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
46181 Joy Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-2800
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-2800
Gr: 6-12 | 1,871 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Plymouth High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8400 N Beck Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 582-5500
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 582-5500
Gr: 6-12 | 1,816 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Canton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8415 N Canton Center Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-7545
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-7545
Gr: 6-12 | 1,899 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Canton Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
46610 Cherry Hill Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 404-6776
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 404-6776
Gr: 7-12 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Canton, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8055 Fleet Street
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-6190
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-6190
Gr: PK | 529 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Canton, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Canton, MI include Salem High School, Plymouth High School and Canton High School. Canton has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in Michigan.
How many public high schools are located in Canton?
4 public high schools are located in Canton.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Canton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Canton include: Canton Preparatory High School vs. Canton High School, Salem High School vs. Plymouth High School, Plymouth High School vs. Canton High School
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