Canton Public 9th Grade School serves 262 students in grades 9.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canton Public 9th Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Canton Public 9th Grade School's student population of 262 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Canton Public 9th Grade School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
5%
Black
85%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Canton Public 9th Grade School?
The graduation rate of Canton Public 9th Grade School is 50%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Canton Public 9th Grade School?
262 students attend Canton Public 9th Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Canton Public 9th Grade School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canton Public 9th Grade School?
Canton Public 9th Grade School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Canton Public 9th Grade School offer ?
Canton Public 9th Grade School offers enrollment in grades 9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canton Public 9th Grade School part of?
Canton Public 9th Grade School is part of Canton Public School District.
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