Summary:
The 75103 zip code in Canton, Texas, is served by two elementary schools within the Canton Independent School District (Isd): Canton Elementary (Pre-K through 2nd grade) and Canton Intermediate (3rd through 5th grade). The district overall earns a strong 4-star rating and ranks in the 84th percentile statewide, indicating high-quality education in this area.
Comparing the two schools reveals distinct strengths. Canton Intermediate is a standout for its exceptional mathematics performance, dramatically outpacing state averages in every grade—most notably in 4th grade, where 70.41% of students are proficient versus the state's 45.79%. However, 3rd-grade reading dips slightly below the state average (50% vs. 52.02%), suggesting a potential area for focus. The school also benefits from a lower student-to-teacher ratio (14.2:1) and higher per-student spending ($8,265) compared to Canton Elementary (16:1 ratio, $7,809 per student). Canton Elementary serves a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students (52.72% free/reduced lunch vs. 37.71% at the intermediate school), which may reflect shifting demographics or a greater need for early-grade support.
A key takeaway is the academic pipeline: while Canton Intermediate excels in math, the 3rd-grade reading dip highlights the critical transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn." Additionally, the intermediate school's state ranking has declined from the 75th percentile to a projected 62nd percentile, suggesting its improvement rate is slowing relative to other Texas schools. Overall, families can expect a district that prioritizes math achievement and allocates more resources to upper elementary grades, though early reading support and equity between campuses may warrant attention.
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