Canton Middle School

Summary:

Canton Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 7-8 in the Canton School District in Connecticut, with a student population of 247 and a 4-out-of-5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Canton Middle School consistently outperforms the state average in SBAC/NGSS assessments, with 69.8% of 8th graders proficient or better in ELA compared to the state average of 49.1%, and 65.5% proficient or better in math compared to the state average of 38.2%. The school also has a relatively diverse student population, with 80.16% White, 8.5% African American, 6.48% Hispanic, and 3.24% Asian students, which is higher than many nearby schools. Additionally, Canton Middle School has a lower percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients (16.6%) compared to the state average and nearby schools, indicating a relatively higher socioeconomic status of the student population. The school also boasts a low student-teacher ratio of 12.5, lower than the nearby Avon School District and Torrington School District schools.

When compared to nearby schools, such as Chippens Hill Middle School and Torrington Middle School, Canton Middle School stands out for its consistently high academic performance, diverse student population, and favorable socioeconomic and student-teacher ratio factors. These key metrics suggest that Canton Middle School provides a high-quality educational experience for its students, setting it apart from the surrounding schools in the region.


Detail:

Public 7-8

 76 Simonds Avenue
       Canton, CT  06019


(860) 693-7712

District: Canton School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
61st of 250 Connecticut Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $19,884 Help


Students who attend Canton Middle School usually attend:

High:    Canton High School

Feeder schools for Canton Middle School:

Elementary:    Cherry Brook Primary School

Student/teacher ratio:  12.5 Help
Number of students:  247

Racial breakdown:

White:
80.2%
African American:
8.5%
Hispanic:
6.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  16.6% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Canton Middle School ranks better than 75.6% of middle schools in Connecticut. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 77.03. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (80.2%), African American (8.5%), Hispanic (6.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 16.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Canton Middle School is 12.5. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Canton Middle School is $19,884.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Canton Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Canton Middle School 61st of 250 Connecticut public middle schools. (See Canton Middle School in the ranking list.)

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Canton School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Canton School District 35th of 158 Connecticut school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Canton Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Canton Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 81.83 25th 248 89.9%
2007 82.57 20th 250 92.0%
2008 82.24 24th 252 90.5%
2009 78.29 43rd 255 83.1%
2010 79.95 42nd 268 84.3%
2011 78.91 44th 269 83.6%
2012 74.74 76th 272 72.1%
2013 79.51 37th 278 86.7%
2015 84.87 45th 280 83.9%
2016 83.07 40th 246 83.7%
2017 86.82 23rd 250 90.8%
2018 84.66 34th 249 86.3%
2019 83.68 40th 259 84.6%
2021 85.04 39th 275 85.8%
2022 71.17 74th 250 70.4%
2023 75.68 58th 249 76.7%
2024 77.03 61st 250 75.6%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Canton Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 62.97 78th 244 68.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Canton Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 72.87 49th 218 77.5%
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Rank History for Female students at Canton Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 80.42 26th 160 83.8%
2019 76.84 35th 169 79.3%
2021 79.49 47th 235 80.0%
2022 61.18 69th 166 58.4%
2023 72.19 46th 160 71.3%
2024 70.24 51st 161 68.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Canton Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 75.76 42nd 164 74.4%
2019 78.29 40th 167 76.0%
2021 84.86 31st 224 86.2%
2022 66.51 61st 169 63.9%
2023 66.85 56th 158 64.6%
2024 68.77 54th 157 65.6%
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Rank History for White students at Canton Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 72.38 45th 168 73.2%
2019 73.57 40th 166 75.9%
2021 75.89 35th 175 80.0%
2022 52.88 72nd 151 52.3%
2023 59.75 63rd 158 60.1%
2024 58.49 69th 154 55.2%
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Data source: test scores: Connecticut Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Canton Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2005 263 9 3 5 0 n/a n/a 0 280
2006 235 9 3 5 0 n/a n/a 0 252
2007 257 7 5 4 0 n/a n/a 0 273
2008 252 8 5 4 1 n/a n/a 0 270
2009 265 6 5 3 0 n/a n/a 0 279
2010 280 2 6 3 0 n/a n/a 0 291
2011 240 10 6 10 0 0 0 0 266
2012 230 13 5 9 0 0 1 0 258
2013 236 7 7 15 0 0 5 0 270
2014 227 8 7 16 0 0 7 0 265
2015 230 12 9 18 0 0 3 0 272
2016 243 13 11 12 1 0 4 0 284
2017 244 11 10 15 1 0 1 0 282
2018 229 12 9 20 0 0 2 0 272
2019 204 14 9 25 0 0 3 0 255
2020 196 20 7 24 0 0 2 0 249
2021 193 23 7 16 0 0 4 0 243
2022 195 23 9 11 0 0 4 0 242
2023 198 21 8 16 0 0 4 0 247

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Canton Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2005 280 16.3 17.2 n/a
2006 252 17.1 14.7 3.6
2007 273 17.1 16.0 2.9
2008 270 19.1 14.1 4.1
2009 279 20.1 14.8 3.6
2010 291 18.8 15.4 4.5
2011 266 19.8 13.4 5.3
2012 258 20.0 12.8 8.9
2013 270 21.1 12.7 9.3
2014 265 18.1 14.6 8.3
2015 272 20.0 13.6 7
2016 284 24.0 11.8 6.7
2017 282 21.8 12.8 11.7
2018 272 23.8 11.4 13.2
2019 255 23.3 10.9 18
2020 249 20.8 11.9 17.3
2021 243 22.1 10.9 18.1
2022 242 17.7 13.6 21.1
2023 247 19.7 12.5 16.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Canton Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2005 280 16.3 17.2 n/a
2006 252 17.1 14.7 3.6
2007 273 17.1 16.0 2.9
2008 270 19.1 14.1 4.1
2009 279 20.1 14.8 3.6
2010 291 18.8 15.4 4.5
2011 266 19.8 13.4 5.3
2012 258 20.0 12.8 8.9
2013 270 21.1 12.7 9.3
2014 265 18.1 14.6 8.3
2015 272 20.0 13.6 7
2016 284 24.0 11.8 6.7
2017 282 21.8 12.8 11.7
2018 272 23.8 11.4 13.2
2019 255 23.3 10.9 18
2020 249 20.8 11.9 17.3
2021 243 22.1 10.9 18.1
2022 242 17.7 13.6 21.1
2023 247 19.7 12.5 16.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Canton Middle School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2018 $16,400
2019 $16,988
2020 $17,142
2021 $18,062
2022 $19,523
2023 $19,884

Data source: Connecticut Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Canton Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 40th of 259 Middle schoolsRanks 58th of 249 Middle schools
 7.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
7th Grade English Language Arts (Canton Middle School)71.872.3
 0.5%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Canton School District)71.871.9
 0.1%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Connecticut)56.148.8
 7.3%
7th Grade Mathematics (Canton Middle School)66.156.3
 9.8%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Canton School District)66.155.4
 10.7%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Connecticut)46.139.9
 6.2%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Canton Middle School)74.458.9
 15.5%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Canton School District)74.458.9
 15.5%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Connecticut)55.848.5
 7.3%
8th Grade Mathematics (Canton Middle School)69.150
 19.1%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Canton School District)69.150
 19.1%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Connecticut)43.536.2
 7.3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students255247
 3.1%
African American1421
 50%
American Indian00
Asian98
 11.1%
Hispanic2516
 36%
Pacific Islander00
White204198
 2.9%
Two or More Races34
 33.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients18%16.6%
 1.4%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Canton Middle School

In the 2022-23 school year, 247 students attended Canton Middle School.

Students who attend Canton Middle School usually go on to attend Canton High School

Canton Middle School ranks 61st of 250 Connecticut middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at Canton Middle School are 80% White, 9% African American, 6% Hispanic, 3% Asian, 2% Two or more races.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Connecticut Department of Education.

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