For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 508 students in Canton, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 4 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Canton, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Canton, MO are Canton Elementary School and Canton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Canton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Canton, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Fourth St
Canton, MO 63435
(573) 288-5216
Canton, MO 63435
(573) 288-5216
Gr: PK-6 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Canton High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Fourth St
Canton, MO 63435
(573) 288-5216
Canton, MO 63435
(573) 288-5216
Gr: 7-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Canton, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Canton, MO include Canton Elementary School and Canton High School.
How many public schools are located in Canton?
2 public schools are located in Canton.
What percentage of students in Canton go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Canton are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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