Serving 884 students in grades 9-12, Canton High School 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Canton High School's student population of 884 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
884 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Motto
Perseverance Conquers All
School Rankings
Canton High School 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 Canton High School is 0.35, 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
#612 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
17%
7%
Black
79%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton High School's ranking?
Canton High School is ranked #612 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Canton High School often compared to?
Canton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Germantown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canton High School?
The graduation rate of Canton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Canton High School?
884 students attend Canton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Canton High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canton High School?
Canton High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canton High School offer ?
Canton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canton High School part of?
Canton High School is part of Canton School District.
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