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#117 of 188 private schools in CO

Canon Christian Academy

School

2951 E US HIGHWAY 50, Canon City, CO 81212

Private

Enrollment

43

Student-Teacher

6.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Canon Christian Academy

6.0/10

School in Canon City · grades Kindergarten – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Canon Christian Academy

Canon Christian Academy is a private school in Canon City, CO. Canon Christian Academy serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Canon Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #117 of 188 private schools in CO.

How it comparesOn par with CO schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • CO avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 43 students, Canon Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Canon Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Canon Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Canon Christian Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Canon City, CO

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
This School
vs
15.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
43
This School
vs
397
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.3% vs 0%
Black 4.7% vs 0%
Canon Christian Academy Canon City Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Canon Christian Academy (this school) 6.0
Mount View Core Knowledge Charter School 6.3
Harrison School 5.8
McKinley Elementary School 5.5
Canon City Middle School 5.6
Canon City High School 6.1
Washington Elementary School 4.7
Lincoln School of Science and Technology 7.6
Canon Exploratory School 7.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,290
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 9%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Enrollment 43
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 95.3%
Black 4.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2951 E US HIGHWAY 50, Canon City, CO 81212

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Canon Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lincoln School of Science and Technology (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Custer County High School (rated 7.6/10, 25.7 miles away, in nearby Westcliffe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Canon Exploratory School (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Canon City, see our Canon City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 28.5 mi
School Distance Rating
FOUR MILE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN Canon City 0.8 mi
Mount View Core Knowledge Charter School Canon City 1.1 mi 6.3
Harrison School Canon City 1.3 mi 5.8
McKinley Elementary School Canon City 1.4 mi 5.5
Canon City Middle School Canon City 1.6 mi 5.6
Canon City High School Canon City 1.7 mi 6.1
Washington Elementary School Canon City 1.9 mi 4.7
Lincoln School of Science and Technology Canon City 2.2 mi 7.6
Canon Exploratory School Canon City 2.4 mi 7.5
Fremont Elementary School Florence 5.7 mi 4.4
Florence Jr./Sr. High School Florence 5.7 mi 6.1
Penrose Elementary School Penrose 10.1 mi 4.0
Cresson Elementary School Cripple Creek 20.9 mi 5.1
Cripple Creek-Victor Junior-Senior High School Cripple Creek 20.9 mi 4.2
Custer County High School Westcliffe 25.7 mi 7.6
Custer County Elementary School Westcliffe 25.7 mi 6.0
Custer Middle School Westcliffe 25.7 mi 4.9
Cedar Ridge Elementary School Pueblo West 23.7 mi 6.2
Beulah Elementary School Beulah 28.5 mi 3.0
Beulah Middle School Beulah 28.5 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,545

Median Home Value

$286,300

Median Rent

$1,063/mo

Population

32,355

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

44.3

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LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cortez, CO 5.9
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SIERRA SCHOOL OF MAIN STREET Longmont, CO 5.7
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North Conejos Alternative Program Lajara, CO 6.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Canon Christian Academy

What grades does Canon Christian Academy serve?

Canon Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.

How many students attend Canon Christian Academy?

Canon Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Canon Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Canon Christian Academy is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Canon Christian Academy rank in CO?

Canon Christian Academy ranks #117 of 188 private schools in CO.

What is Canon Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Canon Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Canon Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Canon Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Canon Christian Academy a religious school?

Canon Christian Academy has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
43
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Fremont County

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