For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 714 students in Canton, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in Canton, TX are Canton High School and Ranch Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Canton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public high schools.
Canton, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Canton High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Canton, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canton High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1110 W Hwy 243
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-6561
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 567-6561
Gr: 9-12 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Ranch Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3120 Vzcr 2318
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 939-8000
Canton, TX 75103
(903) 939-8000
Gr: 6-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Canton, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Canton, TX include Canton High School and Ranch Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Canton?
2 public high schools are located in Canton.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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