Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Reuben B. Myers Canton School spans the entire Canton school district in Canton, MS, covering approximately 191.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
Perseverance Conquers All
School Rankings
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#451 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
91%
45%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Not Mentioned
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences's ranking?
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences is ranked #451 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences?
378 students attend Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences?
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences offer ?
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences part of?
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences is part of Canton School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter really loves going to this school the teachers principal and other school staff are very helpful and friendly and the students learn daily they have activities for them to do on a day-to-day basis.
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