Serving 174 students in grades 6-12, Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School's student population of 174 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1090 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School's ranking?
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School is ranked #1090 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School often compared to?
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcpherson High School, Smoky Valley High School, Inman Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School?
174 students attend Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School?
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School offer ?
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School part of?
Canton-galva Jr./sr. High School is part of Canton-Galva School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
5:30 pm Jr/Sr High School Open House
August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day for Pre-School Students
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of School for Students
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Fall Practice
August 17, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of HS Winter Sports Practices
November 16, 2026 (Monday)
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