Serving 386 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar's student population of 386 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
School Motto
Perseverance Conquers All
School Mascot
Not Mentioned
School Rankings
Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#451 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
5%
Black
91%
47%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Not Mentioned
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar's ranking?
Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar is ranked #451 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar?
386 students attend Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar?
Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar offer ?
Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar part of?
Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar is part of Canton 51±¬ÁÏ District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2023
My daughter really loves going to this school the teachers principal and other school staff are very helpful and friendly and the students learn daily they have activities for them to do on a day-to-day basis.
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