For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 220 students in Canton, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Canton, MO is Canton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, MO public high school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Canton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Canton, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Canton High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Canton, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 high schools in Canton, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Canton, MO include Canton High School.
How many public high schools are located in Canton?
1 public high schools are located in Canton.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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