Serving 269 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Canton Arts Academy Summit ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canton Arts Academy Summit ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Canton Arts Academy Summit's student population of 269 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Canton Arts Academy Summit ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton Arts Academy Summit is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#807 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
28%
17%
White
53%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton Arts Academy Summit's ranking?
Canton Arts Academy Summit is ranked #807 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Canton Arts Academy Summit often compared to?
Canton Arts Academy Summitis often viewed alongside schools like East Canton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Canton Arts Academy Summit?
269 students attend Canton Arts Academy Summit.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Canton Arts Academy Summit students are White, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canton Arts Academy Summit?
Canton Arts Academy Summit has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canton Arts Academy Summit offer ?
Canton Arts Academy Summit offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canton Arts Academy Summit part of?
Canton Arts Academy Summit is part of Canton City School District.
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