For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,396 students in Canton, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 41 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Canton, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Canton, TX are Canton High School, Canton Intermediate School and Canton J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Canton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Canton, TX (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Canton High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1110 W Hwy 243
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-6561
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-6561
Grades: 9-12
| 653 students
Rank: #22.
Canton Intermediate School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1190 W Hwy 243
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-6418
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-6418
Grades: 3-5
| 529 students
Rank: #33.
Canton J High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1115 S Buffalo St
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-4329
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-4329
Grades: 6-8
| 550 students
Rank: #44.
Ranch Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3120 Vzcr 2318
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 939-8000
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 939-8000
Grades: 6-12
| 93 students
Rank: n/an/a
1163 S Buffalo St
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-6521
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-6521
Grades: PK-2
| 571 students
Canton, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ranch Academy - Tyler Campus (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
14023 State Hwy 155 S
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 939-8000
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 939-8000
Grades: 1-12
| 31 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Canton, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Canton, TX include Canton High School, Canton Intermediate School and Canton J High School.
How many public schools are located in Canton?
5 public schools are located in Canton.
What percentage of students in Canton go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Canton are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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