For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 408 students in Canton, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in Canton, NY is F S Banford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, NY public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Canton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Canton, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
F S Banford Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
99 State St
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 386-8561
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 386-8561
Gr: PK-4 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Canton, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in Canton, NY include F S Banford Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Canton?
1 public preschools are located in Canton.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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