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Canton College Preparatory School

Elementary School · Canton College Preparatory School

101 Cleveland Ave NW, Canton, OH 44702

Charter

Enrollment

407

Student-Teacher

20.4:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,267 of 3,441

In Canton

#37 of 39

public schools

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Canton College Preparatory School

3.4/10

Elementary School in Canton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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About Canton College Preparatory School

Canton College Preparatory School is a public elementary school in Canton, OH, part of Canton College Preparatory School. Canton College Preparatory School serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Canton College Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,267 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Canton College Preparatory School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it compares3.3 pts below OH schools
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Canton College Preparatory School runs 20.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Canton College Preparatory School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

63% of students at Canton College Preparatory School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-3.54 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-24.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,979
Chronic Absenteeism63.4%

Canton College Preparatory School — Students at Canton College Preparatory School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.6% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 20 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
20.5%
ELA
25.6%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Canton College Preparatory School Compares

See how Canton College Preparatory School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
5th percentile in OH
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
63.4%

Location

101 Cleveland Ave NW, Canton, OH 44702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Canton College Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canton Arts Academy @ Summit (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Canton, see our Canton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Choices Alternative School Canton 0.1 mi 4.8
Bulldog Virtual Academy Canton 0.1 mi 2.8
ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton 0.3 mi 7.8
Canton Arts Academy @ Summit Canton 0.7 mi 8.3
Early Learning Center @ Schreiber Canton 1.1 mi 4.7
Gibbs Elementary School Canton 1.1 mi 5.2
Stephanie Rushin Patrick Elementary School Canton 1.2 mi 4.0
Summit Academy Community School for Alternative Learn-Canton Canton 1.3 mi 7.7
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Canton 1.1 mi 7.9
Stark High School Canton 1.3 mi 2.6
Beacon Academy Canton 1.3 mi 6.3
STEAMM Academy Canton 1.2 mi 5.5
Worley Elementary School Canton 1.7 mi 3.9
Summit Academy Secondary - Canton Canton 1.7 mi 5.1
Clarendon Intermediate School Canton 1.4 mi 4.1
Belle Stone Elementary School Canton 1.8 mi 4.2
McKinley High School Canton 1.7 mi 3.6
AIM Academy @ Belden Canton 1.5 mi 4.7
Cedar Elementary School Canton 1.6 mi 4.1
McGregor Intermediate School Canton 1.8 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$13,159

Median Home Value

$107,600

Median Rent

$296/mo

Population

1,029

College Educated

11.7%

Homeownership

4%

Poverty Rate

55.5%

Median Age

57.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Academy for Multilingual Immersion Studies Cincinnati, OH 3.4
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Eakin Elementary School Columbus, OH 3.4
Leverette Elementary School Toledo, OH 3.4
Michigan Primary School Ashtabula, OH 3.4
Orchard School Cleveland, OH 3.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Canton College Preparatory School

What grades does Canton College Preparatory School serve?

Canton College Preparatory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Canton College Preparatory School?

Canton College Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Canton College Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Canton College Preparatory School is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Canton College Preparatory School rank in OH?

Canton College Preparatory School ranks #3,267 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Canton College Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Canton College Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 College Preparatory School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Canton College Preparatory School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is Canton College Preparatory School a charter school?

Yes, Canton College Preparatory School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Canton College Preparatory School a Title I school?

No, Canton College Preparatory School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Stark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
63.4%

District

Canton College Preparatory School
District Enrollment
407
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,979
District Rank
#1 of 1

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