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1 schools in Canaan

Maine · Public K-12

Canaan, Maine reports 1 public K-12 school to NCES, totaling roughly 160 students (1 elementary).

7-year change in Canaan

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
160
-74 (-32%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
91%
was 99%
% Hispanic
1%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Canaan Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-05160

About Canaan

Canaan, Maine is home to 1 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 160 students. By school count, it is a thinly populated city.

Schools in Canaan average about 160 students each, 45% meaningfully below the Maine norm.

Over the past 7-year window. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment decreased 32%: 234 students in SY 2017-18 versus 160 in SY 2024-25. The White share of public-school enrollment contracted from 99% to 91%.

On this page, the community for Canaan discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Canaan, Maine?
There are 1 public K-12 schools in Canaan, with a combined enrollment of about 160.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Canaan?
Canaan has 1 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in Canaan?
Canaan Elementary School is the largest public school in Canaan by enrollment, with approximately 160 students.
What school districts serve Canaan?
Canaan public schools are operated by RSU 54/MSAD 54.
What grade levels do public schools in Canaan cover?
Public schools in Canaan serve students from pre-K through grade 5.