Best Public Schools in Canton, NC


Summary:

The city of Canton, North Carolina is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools serve students across the Haywood County Schools district.

Among the standout schools in Canton is Pisgah High School, which consistently ranks among the top high schools in North Carolina and outperforms state and district averages on End-of-Course exams. In contrast, Bethel Elementary and Meadowbrook Elementary face significant socioeconomic challenges, with over 99% of their students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch programs.

Overall, the schools in Canton demonstrate a range of academic performance, with Pisgah High School and Bethel Elementary standing out as top-performing institutions. However, the data also reveals equity concerns, as some schools, like Meadowbrook Elementary, lag behind their peers in academic proficiency. The high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients across the district suggest that the schools in Canton are serving a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, which may require targeted interventions and additional resources to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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