Canton Academy is a PreK-12 Christian school in Canton, MS specializing in students with dyslexia, ADD, and ADHD.
Canton Academy is a PreK-12 Christian school in Canton, MS that explicitly supports students with learning differences, including dyslexia, ADD, and ADHD. The school's specialized programs are designed to help students with these diagnoses access grade-level content with appropriate accommodations and strategies. With an average class size of 17 students and 50% of faculty holding advanced degrees, Canton Academy provides individualized attention within a structured academic environment that helps each student reach their potential.
The school offers dedicated Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD support services alongside core academics, emphasizing the development of critical thinking, social skills, and responsibility—skills that students with learning differences often need explicit instruction and practice to master. This approach ensures that students with special needs receive both academic rigor and the support necessary for success in and beyond the classroom.
Canton Academy enrolls 274 students across all grade levels with rolling admissions and a 90% acceptance rate. Tuition ranges from $7,000 depending on grade level, and 10% of students receive financial aid. The school is accredited by SACS and the Southern Association of Independent Schools, ensuring quality educational standards. Families seeking more information can contact Admissions Director Jenny Wadford at (601) 859-5231 or visit cantonacademy.org.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-12
Students274
Class Size17:1 ratio
Tuition$7,000
Fin. Aid10% receive aid
Est.1965
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
Southern Association of Independent Schools
School Information
| Year Founded | 1965 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,000 |
| Tuition Notes | All information may be located on admissions page of canton academy website / varies for grades |
| Total Students | 274 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 31 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 50 |
| Average Class Size | 17 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Jenny Wadford |
| Admissions Associate | Elaine Pounds |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 10 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,500 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 11 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Archery · Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Dance · Football · Golf · Riflery · Soccer · Softball · Tennis · Track and Field · Weightlifting |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Annual Staff · Beta Club · FCA · National Honor Society · Spainish Club · Student Council |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) · Southern Association of Independent Schools |
| Religious Affiliations | Other |
| School Calendar | cantonacademy.org/calendar |
| Average ACT Score | 22 |
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