North Canton City School District
School District · North Canton, Ohio
Avg Rating
8.3
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,972
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Avg Rating
8.3
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,972
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Evaluating North Canton City?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge North Canton City as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
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North Canton Primary School
North Canton · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
North Canton Intermediate School
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North Canton Middle School
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How this district compares
Ohio rank
#72 of 613
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.9
above Ohio avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,972
$1,685 vs Ohio median
District size
4,415 students
Much larger than Ohio median
The short answer
North Canton City ranks #72 of 613 Ohio districts by overall school rating. North Canton City's schools with real test data average 8.3/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are North Canton Primary School (9.0/10), North Canton Intermediate School (8.8/10), and North Canton Middle School (8.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in North Canton City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Canton Primary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | North Canton Intermediate School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 3 | North Canton Middle School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Hoover High School | 7.1 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About North Canton City
North Canton City is a North Canton, Ohio school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 4,415 students with a student-teacher ratio of 18.4:1. The district invests $12,972 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.3/10, North Canton City is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is North Canton Primary School, which has a composite score of 9.0/10.
In standardized testing, North Canton City students show an average math proficiency of 83.2% and ELA proficiency of 86.5%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in North Canton City, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in North Canton City with test data.
Schools in North Canton City
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Ohio
- City
- North Canton
- Total Enrollment
- 4,415
- Teachers (FTE)
- 240
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in North Canton City?
North Canton City has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for North Canton City?
The average composite rating for North Canton City is 8.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in North Canton City?
North Canton City spends $12,972 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Canton City?
The average student-teacher ratio in North Canton City is 18.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in North Canton City?
North Canton Primary School is the highest-rated school in North Canton City with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What are the test scores in North Canton City?
Across schools in North Canton City with test data, the average math proficiency is 83.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 86.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does North Canton City compare to other districts in Ohio?
North Canton City has an average school rating of 8.3/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Ohio by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 8.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 83.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 86.5%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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