Excellent
#25 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 5% of private schools
Canterbury School
School
3210 SMITH RD, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Enrollment
687
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
687
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#25 of 478
In Fort Wayne
#4 of 27
public schools
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Canterbury School
School in Fort Wayne · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Canterbury School
Canterbury School is a private school in Fort Wayne, IN. Canterbury School serves approximately 687 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Canterbury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #25 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- IN avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Canterbury School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Canterbury School 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
BetaHow Canterbury School compares to 75 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Wayne, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Canterbury School (this school) | 8.6 |
| Lindley Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Portage Middle School | 4.9 |
| Indian Village Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Kekionga Middle School | 4.0 |
| Study Elementary School | 3.0 |
| Whispering Meadow Elementary Sch | 4.5 |
| Haverhill Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Waynedale Elementary School | 4.5 |
| South Wayne Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Washington Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Deer Ridge Elementary | 8.1 |
| Fairfield Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Francis M Price Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Smith Academy for Excellence | 7.7 |
| Maplewood Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Harrison Hill Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Summit Middle School | 7.2 |
| South Side High School | 5.8 |
| Miami Middle School | 4.7 |
| Homestead High School | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 75 schools. View all schools in Fort Wayne
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 IN.
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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 IN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3210 SMITH RD, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canterbury School may also want to explore other schools in the area. QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Haverhill Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Deer Ridge Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lindley Elementary School Fort Wayne | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Portage Middle School Fort Wayne | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Indian Village Elementary School Fort Wayne | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Kekionga Middle School Fort Wayne | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Study Elementary School Fort Wayne | 2.4 mi | 3.0 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Wayne | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Whispering Meadow Elementary Sch Fort Wayne | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Waynedale Elementary School Fort Wayne | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| ST THERESE SCHOOL Fort Wayne | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Haverhill Elementary School Fort Wayne | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Francis M Price Elementary School Fort Wayne | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| EMMAUS LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Fort Wayne | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Maplewood Elementary School Fort Wayne | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Washington Elementary School Fort Wayne | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| South Wayne Elementary School Fort Wayne | 3.3 mi | 4.7 |
| EMMANUEL-ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fort Wayne | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Deer Ridge Elementary Fort Wayne | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL Fort Wayne | 3.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Miami Middle School Fort Wayne | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,778
Median Home Value
$241,000
Median Rent
$1,134/mo
Population
29,177
College Educated
44.4%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burris Laboratory School Muncie, IN | 7.9 |
| TRADERS POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Whitestown, IN | 7.8 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF INDIANA Indianapolis, IN | 9.5 |
| GREENWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenwood, IN | 7.5 |
| Seven Oaks Classical School Ellettsville, IN | 7.5 |
| ELKHART CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkhart, IN | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canterbury School
What grades does Canterbury School serve?
Canterbury School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Canterbury School?
Canterbury School has an enrollment of approximately 687 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canterbury School?
The student-teacher ratio at Canterbury School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Canterbury School rank in IN?
Canterbury School ranks #25 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Canterbury School's MySchoolScout rating?
Canterbury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Canterbury School a private school?
Yes, Canterbury School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Canterbury School a religious school?
No, Canterbury School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 687
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allen County
- Phone
- (260) 407-3553
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