Serving 612 students in grades 7-12, Canton Preparatory High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canton Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Canton Preparatory High School's student population of 612 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 105% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Canton Preparatory High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton Preparatory High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#705 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
38%
18%
White
29%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton Preparatory High School's ranking?
Canton Preparatory High School is ranked #705 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Canton Preparatory High School often compared to?
Canton Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canton Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Canton Preparatory High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Canton Preparatory High School?
612 students attend Canton Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Canton Preparatory High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canton Preparatory High School?
Canton Preparatory High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Canton Preparatory High School offer ?
Canton Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canton Preparatory High School part of?
Canton Preparatory High School is part of Canton Preparatory High School District.
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