For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 508 students in 63435, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 4 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 63435, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 63435, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 63435 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 63435, MO 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 63435, MO Public Schools (2025)
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 63435, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 63435, MO include Canton Elementary School and Canton High School.
How many public schools are located in 63435?
2 public schools are located in 63435.
What percentage of students in 63435 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 63435 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63435?
63435 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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