For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 621 students in Canton, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Canton, TX are Canton J High School and Ranch Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, TX public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in Canton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Canton, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canton J High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1115 S Buffalo St
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-4329
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-4329
Gr: 6-8 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Ranch Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3120 Vzcr 2318
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 939-8000
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 939-8000
Gr: 6-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Canton, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Canton, TX include Canton J High School and Ranch Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in Canton?
2 public middle schools are located in Canton.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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