For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 602 students in Canton, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Canton, SD are Lawrence Elementary - 02 and Canton Middle School - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Canton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Canton, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Elementary - 02
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
724 N Sanborn
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2579
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2579
Gr: K-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Canton Middle School - 04
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 N Main St
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2706
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2706
Gr: 6-8 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Canton, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
220 S Bartlett
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2570
Canton, SD 57013
(605) 764-2570
Gr: PK-K | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Canton, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Canton, SD include Lawrence Elementary - 02 and Canton Middle School - 04.
How many public elementary schools are located in Canton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Canton.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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