Serving 660 students in grades 7-12, Canton Preparatory High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canton Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Canton Preparatory High School's student population of 660 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canton Preparatory High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton Preparatory High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#604 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
39%
18%
White
30%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton Preparatory High School's ranking?
Canton Preparatory High School is ranked #604 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Canton Preparatory High School often compared to?
Canton Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canton Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Canton Preparatory High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Canton Preparatory High School?
660 students attend Canton Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Canton Preparatory High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canton Preparatory High School?
Canton Preparatory High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canton Preparatory High School offer ?
Canton Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Canton Preparatory High School part of?
Canton Preparatory High School is part of Canton Preparatory High School District.
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