Serving 158 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Canaan Schools ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canaan Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Canaan Schools's student population of 158 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canaan Schools ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canaan Schools is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
2%
3%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canaan Schools's ranking?
Canaan Schools is ranked #113 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canaan Schools?
The graduation rate of Canaan Schools is 60-79%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend Canaan Schools?
158 students attend Canaan Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Canaan Schools students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canaan Schools?
Canaan Schools has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Canaan Schools offer ?
Canaan Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canaan Schools part of?
Canaan Schools is part of Canaan School District.
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