At Canterbury School, We exist to provide quality education that prepares students for tomorrow through a strong academic foundation, solid character development, and a safe, positive environment for learning.
We believe in a school where an emphasis on good study skills makes individuals successful.
We prepare students academically by providing organizational and time management skills and We also believe in a school where we develop an individual's academic potential.
Students are encouraged to always strive for excellence. Canterbury School brings together exceptionally creative, inquiring minds from a variety of ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds throughout Contra Costa County and beyond.
We seek to create a nurturing and challenging environment that promotes academic, social, and emotional growth for highly motivated students from Kindergarten through the eighth grade.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
41 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
77%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Canterbury School?
The application deadline for Canterbury School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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