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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).

4-year change in Canaan

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
160
-41 (-20%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
·
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Students
160
public K-12 · NCES
Schools
1
public K-12

Schools

A-ZLargestTop rated
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 4-year window. Across the same 4-year window, public-school enrollment decreased 20%: 201 students in SY 2020-21 versus 160 in SY 2024-25.

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 is 1 public K-12 school in Canaan, with a combined enrollment of about 160.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Canaan?
Canaan has 1 elementary school.
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.