Facts at a Glance
Canterbury School opened in 1977 as a nondenominational, self-supported school with 89 students in Kindergarten through Grade 6.
Early Childhood (ages 2 - PreK)
Lower School (Grades K-4)
Middle School (Grades 5-8)
High School (Grades 9-12)
There are 607 K-12 students enrolled for the 2025-26 academic year and 156 in Early Childhood.
Our 9:1 student-faculty ratio means small class sizes and personalized instruction, meaningful connections, and endless support.
Canterbury is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States. We are a member of the Malone School Online Network and the National Association of Independent Schools.
Canterbury offers 17 ISHAA sports, has earned 17 state championships, has made 42 semi-state and state appearances, and is a member of the Positive Coaching Alliance.
The arts are essential elements of the curriculum from Early Childhood through High School. Students develop a lifelong appreciation of the arts in music, dance, theatre, and visual arts courses.
Canterbury is a member of the Association of College Counselors in Independent Schools and the National Association of College Admissions Counseling.
Click here to look at our most recent graduating class stats.
Canterbury's faculty provide a challenging, enriching, and supportive learning environment. 55% of Canterbury faculty hold advanced degrees and many have their PhDs.
Canterbury offers a wide variety of bus routes to help our families with transportation to and from school for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12.
CANTERBURY SCHOOL
Artist. Athlete. Scholar.
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