Best Public Schools in Canton, OH

The city of Canton, Ohio is home to 39 schools across 4 school districts, serving students from elementary through high school. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and underperforming schools, with standout institutions like Avondale Elementary School (Plain Local) and Portage Collab Montessori Middle School (Canton City) alongside struggling schools like Stephanie Rushin Patrick Elementary School (Canton City) and Bulldog Virtual Academy (Canton City).

The data highlights significant disparities in performance and resources across the Canton school system. High-performing schools like Oakwood Middle School (Plain Local) and Glenwood Intermediate School (Plain Local) boast exceptional test scores and ratings, while lower-performing schools struggle with low proficiency rates, high chronic absenteeism, and poor graduation outcomes. These disparities often correlate with socioeconomic factors, suggesting inequities in educational opportunities across the city.

The data also reveals the challenges faced by virtual and alternative schools in the area, with Bulldog Virtual Academy and Choices Alternative School (both in the Canton City district) performing poorly across the board. In contrast, a few charter schools like Canton Arts Academy @ Summit and Portage Collab Montessori Middle School demonstrate that high-quality charter schools can thrive in the Canton area.