Below Average
#678 of 863 schools in MS
Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar
Elementary School · CANTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
357 Old Yazoo Road, Canton, MS 39046
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#678 of 863
In Canton
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
CANTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
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Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar
Elementary School in Canton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar
Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar is a public elementary school in Canton, MS, part of CANTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. Reuben B.
Myers Canton School of Ar serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #678 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar 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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Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar — Students at Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MS 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: 4.9/10.
How Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar Compares
See how Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
357 Old Yazoo Road, Canton, MS 39046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANNSDALE UPPER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADISON AVENUE UPPER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MADISON STATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Canton, see our Canton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NICHOLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Canton | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| MC NEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| CANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton | 4.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CANTON ACADEMY Canton | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
| GERMANTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL Madison | 6.1 mi | 7.6 |
| GERMANTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Madison | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
| HUEY L. PORTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Canton | 5.6 mi | 7.4 |
| JIMMIE M. GOODLOE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton | 5.6 mi | 8.0 |
| CANTON PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL Canton | 6.0 mi | 6.3 |
| CANTON PUBLIC 9TH GRADE SCHOOL Canton | 6.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MADISON CROSSING ELEMENTARY Madison | 7.6 mi | 7.1 |
| MANNSDALE UPPER ELEMENTARY Madison | 8.9 mi | 8.9 |
| MANNSDALE ELEMENTARY Madison | 8.9 mi | 4.7 |
| MADISON STATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madison | 9.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Madison | 10.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Madison | 11.1 mi | 8.6 |
| MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Madison | 11.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ROSA SCOTT SCHOOL Madison | 11.6 mi | 5.8 |
| MADISON AVENUE UPPER ELEMENTARY Madison | 11.8 mi | 8.6 |
| MADISON AVENUE LOWER ELEMENTARY Madison | 11.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,288
Median Home Value
$210,900
Median Rent
$879/mo
Population
29,160
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
37.2
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| VERONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona, MS | 4.9 |
| CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport, MS | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar
What grades does Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar serve?
Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar?
Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar?
The student-teacher ratio at Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar rank in MS?
Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar ranks #678 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar's MySchoolScout rating?
Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar a charter school?
No, Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar a Title I school?
No, Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar?
100.0% of students at Reuben B. Myers Canton School of Ar 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.8%
- Phone
- (601) 855-7819
Resources & Links
District
CANTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 3,232
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,389
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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