For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 163 students in Canaan, ME.
The top ranked public school in Canaan, ME is Canaan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canaan, ME public school have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Maine public school average of 81%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in Canaan have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Canaan, ME (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Canaan Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
178 Main Street
Canaan, ME 04924
(207) 474-3901
Canaan, ME 04924
(207) 474-3901
Grades: PK-5
| 163 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Canaan, ME?
The top ranked public schools in Canaan, ME include Canaan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Canaan?
1 public schools are located in Canaan.
What is the racial composition of students in Canaan?
Canaan public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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