North Canton Primary School serves 1,026 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 83%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 1,026 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Math Proficiency: 91%
- Reading Proficiency: 92%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Canton Primary School's student population of 1,026 students has grown by 165% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 152% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,026 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Canton Primary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)91%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)92%
83%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% OH state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% OH state average).
How many students attend North Canton Primary School?
1,026 students attend North Canton Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Canton Primary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Canton Primary School?
North Canton Primary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Canton Primary School offer ?
North Canton Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Canton Primary School part of?
North Canton Primary School is part of North Canton City School District.
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