For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 158 students in Canaan, VT.
The top ranked public school in Canaan, VT is Canaan Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canaan, VT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Canaan have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Canaan, VT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canaan Schools
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
99 School Street
Canaan, VT 05903
(802) 266-8910
Canaan, VT 05903
(802) 266-8910
Gr: PK-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Canaan High School Cte Program
Vocational School
99 School Street
Canaan, VT 05903
(802) 266-8910
Canaan, VT 05903
(802) 266-8910
Gr: 9-12
Canaan, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Essex North S.u. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Po Box 100
Canaan, VT 05903
(802) 266-3330
Canaan, VT 05903
(802) 266-3330
Gr: PK | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Canaan, VT?
The top ranked public schools in Canaan, VT include Canaan Schools.
How many public schools are located in Canaan?
2 public schools are located in Canaan.
What is the racial composition of students in Canaan?
Canaan public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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