8.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Canaan, Vermont

1 schools · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.4/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.4/10
Median household income: $60,300
Median home value: $165,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 14%
Owner-occupied homes: 90%

How Canaan compares

Median household income

$60k

75% of Vermont median

About Schools in Canaan, Vermont

Canaan, Vermont is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .

With an average rating of 8.4 out of 10, schools in Canaan perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Canaan is Canaan Schools with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Canaan is served by 1 school district: Canaan School District. These districts collectively serve 158 students.

Canaan's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,300. The poverty rate in the area is 10.1%.

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.

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Other Schools

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#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Canaan Schools 158 students · Pre-K–12th	158	Pre-K–12th	8.4

Schools in Canaan

Canaan, Vermont · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$60,300

Median Home Value

$165,100

Median Rent

$733/mo

Population

714

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

90%

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Community Profile

Canaan has a median household income of $60,300. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $165,100, with a median rent of $733/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Vermont
Total Schools: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.4/10

Resources

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School District

Canaan School District

2 schools · 158 students

Nearby Cities

Island Pond (2 schools)

21 mi

Morgan (1 school)

24 mi

West Charleston (1 school)

26 mi

Newark (1 school)

29 mi

East Burke (2 schools)

34 mi

West Burke (1 school)

33 mi

Sutton (1 school)

35 mi

Lyndonville (2 schools)

39 mi

Lyndon Center (2 schools)

39 mi

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Canaan, Vermont

How many schools are in Canaan, Vermont?

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, Vermont?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Canaan is 8.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Canaan, Vermont?

The top-ranked school in Canaan on MySchoolScout is Canaan Schools with a composite score of 8.4/10.

How many school districts serve Canaan, Vermont?

Canaan is served by 1 school district: Canaan School District.

What is the education level in Canaan, Vermont?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in Canaan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Canaan, Vermont?

The median household income in Canaan is approximately $60,300 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Canaan, Vermont?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Canaan is 6.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Canaan, Vermont?

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.