For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 599 students in Canton, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Canton, SD are Lawrence Elementary - 02 and Canton Middle School - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in Canton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Canton, SD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Elementary - 02
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
724 N Sanborn
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2579
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2579
Grades: K-5
| 384 students
Rank: #22.
Canton Middle School - 04
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 N Main St
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2706
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2706
Grades: 6-8
| 215 students
Canton, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
220 S Bartlett
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2570
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2570
Grades: PK-K
| 80 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Canton, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Canton, SD include Lawrence Elementary - 02 and Canton Middle School - 04.
How many public elementary schools are located in Canton, SD?
2 public elementary schools are located in Canton, SD.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton, SD?
Canton, SD public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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