Canton High School vs Isbister Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canton High School
Canton · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,899 students
Isbister Elementary School
Plymouth · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
422 students
| Measure | Canton High School Canton, Michigan | Isbister Elementary School Plymouth, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #37 of 591 | #112 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #1895 of 16,910 | #6028 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,899 | 422 |
| Enrollment | 1,899 | 422 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.9% | 13.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 70% |
| city | Canton | Plymouth |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Isbister Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.2 vs 76.2).
- •Canton High School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 70%).
- •Canton High School does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 66%).
- •Isbister Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.5% vs 19.9%).
- •Isbister Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 20.6).
- •Canton High School is the larger school with 1,899 students compared with 422.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Canton High School better than Isbister Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Isbister Elementary School ranks higher (78.2 vs 76.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Canton High School and Isbister Elementary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Canton and Plymouth in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canton High School: 1,899. Isbister Elementary School: 422. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canton High School and Isbister Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Canton High School is 37th of 591 and Isbister Elementary School is 112th of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).