Excellent
#25 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 1% in state
Canton Elem.
Elementary School · CANTON R-V
200 S FOURTH ST, Canton, MO 63435
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#25 of 2,221
In Canton
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
CANTON R-V
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Canton Elem.
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About Canton Elem.
Canton Elem. is a public elementary school in Canton, MO, part of CANTON R-V. Canton Elem. serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Canton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #25 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Canton Elem. show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Canton Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Canton Elem. — Students at Canton Elem. score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Canton Elem. Compares
See how Canton Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 S FOURTH ST, Canton, MO 63435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canton Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Unity Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Mendon), a more accessible option. Another option is RUNNING FOX ELEM. (rated 6.2/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), a more accessible option. Additionally, Colonel George Iles Elem Sch (rated 5.6/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Quincy), a more accessible option. For more schools in Canton, see our Canton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CANTON HIGH Canton | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| CEDAR FALLS SCHOOL Canton | 1.2 mi | — |
| Colonel George Iles Elem Sch Quincy | 12.7 mi | 5.6 |
| TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Quincy | 14.8 mi | — |
| Unity High School Mendon | 12.3 mi | 6.0 |
| HIGHLAND ELEM. Lewistown | 13.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Unity Middle School Mendon | 12.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Early Childhood Quincy | 15.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Quincy Jr High School Quincy | 15.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Unity Elementary School Mendon | 12.6 mi | 7.9 |
| HIGHLAND JR.-SR. HIGH Lewistown | 13.2 mi | 5.2 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Quincy | 15.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Warsaw Sr High School Warsaw | 16.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Warsaw Elem School Warsaw | 16.3 mi | 5.2 |
| RUNNING FOX ELEM. Alexandria | 16.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Quincy | 15.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Quincy | 15.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Thomas S Baldwin Elem Sch Quincy | 15.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Quincy Sr High School Quincy | 16.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quincy | 15.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,813
Median Home Value
$133,800
Median Rent
$550/mo
Population
4,285
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester, MO | 9.2 |
| BERNIE ELEM. Bernie, MO | 9.2 |
| CRYSTAL CITY ELEM. Crystal City, MO | 9.1 |
| EMGE ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 9.1 |
| NEW HAVEN ELEM. New Haven, MO | 9.1 |
| OAK BROOK ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canton Elem.
What grades does Canton Elem. serve?
Canton Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Canton Elem.?
Canton Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canton Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Canton Elem. is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canton Elem. rank in MO?
Canton Elem. ranks #25 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Canton Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Canton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Canton Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canton Elem. has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Canton Elem. a charter school?
No, Canton Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canton Elem. a Title I school?
No, Canton Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canton Elem.?
39.6% of students at Canton Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 288
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Lewis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (573) 288-5216
Resources & Links
District
CANTON R-V- District Enrollment
- 508
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,668
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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