For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 288 students in Canton, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Canton, MO is Canton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, MO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Canton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Canton, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Canton, MO include Canton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Canton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Canton.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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