School Overview
Canton Intermediate School (CIS), located at 39 Dyer Avenue in Canton, Connecticut, serves as a pivotal bridge in the district’s educational pipeline, typically catering to students in grades 3 through 6. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development necessary for pre-adolescent growth. By emphasizing a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare students for the transition to middle school while encouraging them to become critical thinkers and responsible members of their community.

Beyond core academic instruction, Canton Intermediate School places a strong focus on building a positive school culture characterized by inclusivity and personal accountability. The school leverages its location and community partnerships to offer a variety of enriching experiences, ensuring that students have access to both extracurricular opportunities and personalized academic support. Parents and community members interested in detailed information regarding the school’s mission, administrative updates, or curriculum frameworks can find resources on the official district website at [www.cantonschools.org/cis](http://www.cantonschools.org/cis).
330
Total Students
29.2
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Canton Intermediate School
Demographic Student Count
White253
Hispanic30
Black24
Asian5
Two or More16
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    253 (76.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    30 (9.1 %)
  • Black
    24 (7.3 %)
  • Two or More
    16 (4.9 %)
  • Asian
    5 (1.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Canton School District
Phone: (860)693-7717
Website: http://www.cantonschools.org/cis
Grade Range: 4th - 6th
Total Students: 330
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 56
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 14
Grades Taught
Grade 4 115
Grade 5 99
Grade 6 116

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Canton Intermediate School
Grade Student Count
Grade 4115
Grade 599
Grade 6116
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Canton Intermediate School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15847.9%
Male17151.8%
Not Specified10.3%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)