For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 612 students in Canton, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in Canton, IL is Canton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, IL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Canton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Canton, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Canton High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Canton, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canton High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1001 N Main St
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-1820
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-1820
Gr: 9-12 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Royals Academy Canton
Alternative School
749 E Locust St
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Royals Rssp Canton
Alternative School
749 E Locust St
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Canton, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Canton, IL include Canton High School.
How many public high schools are located in Canton?
3 public high schools are located in Canton.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Canton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Canton include: Canton High School vs. Royals Rssp Canton, Royals Rssp Canton vs. Canton High School
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