Canton Academy
School Notes Overview:
The philosophy on Canton Academy is based on Christian principles and academic excellence. We believe that each student should have an opportunity to reach his/her maximum potential. It is our responsibility to provide each student with varied learning experiences so that they may grow intellectually, socially, morally and physically. The school shares with home, church and community the responsibility of providing each individual with the opportunity to make his/her best contribution to the democratic society in which they live. Canton Academy academics are an elevated learning environment that attracts a diverse and exceptional student body. Our program is designed to develop successful social skills, critical thinking, responsibility, and leadership. Our dedicated teachers continue to produce brilliant minds that are an extremely important part of today’s society. ...
School Overview:
Canton Academy |
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| School Membership(s) |
Other school association(s) National Association of Independent Schools |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 | ||
| Year Founded | 1965 | ||
| County | Madison County, MS | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 304 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
(MS) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 3% | 12% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Kind - 28 students | |||
| Grade 1 - 19 students | |||
| Grade 2 - 13 students | |||
| Grade 3 - 20 students | |||
| Grade 4 - 21 students | |||
| Grade 5 - 12 students | |||
| Grade 6 - 23 students | |||
| Grade 7 - 24 students | |||
| Grade 8 - 27 students | |||
| Grade 9 - 31 students | |||
| Grade 10 - 28 students | |||
| Grade 11 - 28 students | |||
| Grade 12 - 30 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 22 teachers | ||
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 35% | ||
| Average Class Size | 17 | ||
| Number of AP Courses | 2 | ||
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | ||
| Average ACT score | 20 | ||
| Matriculation Data | Link to Matriculation Data | ||
This School |
(MS) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:13 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 175 days | 178 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 7 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $5,000 | ||
| % on Financial Aid | 5% | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 100% | ||
| Head of School | David Glasgow | ||
| Admissions Director | Sarah Willis | ||
| Admissions Associate | Gerald Ray | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 10 | ||
Sports |
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| Baseball | Basketball | ||
| Cheering | Cross Country | ||
| Dance | Football | ||
| Golf | Softball | ||
| Tennis | Track and Field | ||
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 7 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| Beta Club | National Honor Society | ||
| Spainish Club | FCA | ||
| Student Council | Stock Market Team | ||
| Annual Staff | |||
School Notes:
- The philosophy on Canton Academy is based on Christian principles and academic excellence. We believe that each student should have an opportunity to reach his/her maximum potential. It is our responsibility to provide each student with varied learning experiences so that they may grow intellectually, socially, morally and physically. The school shares with home, church and community the responsibility of providing each individual with the opportunity to make his/her best contribution to the democratic society in which they live. Canton Academy academics are an elevated learning environment that attracts a diverse and exceptional student body. Our program is designed to develop successful social skills, critical thinking, responsibility, and leadership. Our dedicated teachers continue to produce brilliant minds that are an extremely important part of today’s society.
- Profile last updated: 02/13/2008
In the News:
- Patriot's upset Canton's homecoming 22-7 (Winston County Journal)
posted on November 19, 2009 at 10:33:58 pm
The Winston Patriots walked off Patriot Field 2 weeks ago at their homecoming game with their heads tucked in loss, but turned around last week and exposed Canton Academy to the same feeling as they upset their homecoming activities with a 22-7 Winston victory. - Top Performers: Metro Edition (The Clarion-Ledger)
posted on November 17, 2009 at 10:51:19 pm
BRANTLEY ADAMS, Ridgeland: Threw for a TD, ran for a TD and booted a field goal and 5 PATs in a 44-34 win over Hernando in the 5A playoffs. - Final H1N1 flu shots set for Canton City Schools (The Canton Repository)
posted on November 6, 2009 at 10:17:41 pm
The last two H1N1 flu vaccination clinics are scheduled for next week for students in the Canton City Schools district and their qualifying family members. - Around the State (The Clarion-Ledger)
posted on October 31, 2009 at 05:53:31 pm
West Jones 21, Picayune 20 (OT) - Top Performers: State Edition (The Clarion-Ledger)
posted on October 27, 2009 at 06:07:34 am
ANTHONY ALFORD, Petal: Carried 19 times for 233 yards and 2 TDs in a 31-6 win over Gulfport.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (39046) | School Zip (39046) |
(MS) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 22,975 people | 2,834,131 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 19% | 18% |
| Population Average Age | 31 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 3.0 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $29,599 | $32,672 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.2 rooms | 5.3 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 36 years old | 34 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 69% / 31% | 66% / 34% |
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