Best Schools in Canaan, Indiana
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Canaan Community Academy
Elementary · Canaan Community Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.0
out of 10
Median Home
$274,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.0
out of 10
Median Home
$274,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Canaan
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canaan Community Academy | 3.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.0/10
- Median household income
- $101,250
- Median home value
- $274,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Canaan compares
Median household income
$101k
141% of Indiana median
About Schools in Canaan, Indiana
Canaan, Indiana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.0 out of 10, schools in Canaan face significant challenges on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Canaan is Canaan Community Academy with a composite score of 3.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Canaan is served by 1 school district: Canaan Community Academy. These districts collectively serve 202 students.
Canaan's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $101,250. The poverty rate in the area is 43.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 202 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.0 |
Schools in Canaan
Canaan, Indiana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$101,250
Median Home Value
$274,100
Population
396
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
90%
Poverty Rate
43.2%
Community Profile
Canaan has a median household income of $101,250. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $274,100. The area has a poverty rate of 43.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Indiana
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Canaan, Indiana
How many schools are in Canaan, Indiana?
Canaan has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Canaan, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Canaan is 3.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Canaan, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Canaan on MySchoolScout is Canaan Community Academy with a composite score of 3.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Canaan, Indiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Canaan on MySchoolScout is Canaan Community Academy with a composite score of 3.0/10.
How many school districts serve Canaan, Indiana?
Canaan is served by 1 school district: Canaan Community Academy.
What is the education level in Canaan, Indiana?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Canaan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Canaan, Indiana?
The median household income in Canaan is approximately $101,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Canaan, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Canaan is 15.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Canaan, Indiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.