Canton Preparatory High School is a tuition-free public charter school in Michigan serving students in grades 7-12. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each student and integrate Moral Focus™ lessons into every school day. As a result, our students are well-prepared from seventh grade through high school. A Stanford University study found National Heritage Academies partner-school students gained the equivalent of 3.5 months of additional learning each year compared to peers.
I'm Ready to Apply I Want to Learn MoreIf you are interested in learning more about our school, students, faculty, and staff, we invite you to tour our campus!
Calling all future Canton Prep Chargers! It’s not too early to start planning for your next educational adventure! Limited spaces are still available for the 2026–2027 school year, and we’re excited to invite you to become a Charger for a Day. Come spend the day with us and see what life at Canton Prep is all about! During your visit, you’ll: Follow a student through a typical day Meet teachers and staff Learn about our Early Middle College program Explore sports, clubs, and extracurricular activities Get all your questions answered! This is a great opportunity to experience our school community, connect with future classmates, and discover everything Canton Prep has to offer. We look forward to seeing you on campus – your Charger journey starts here!
We know great families like yours make our community strong! That's why we're excited to introduce NHA Family Refer & Earn.
We offer an athletics program with sports like basketball, soccer, and baseball. Learn more about being a Canton Prep Charger!
Earn a high school diploma and an associate degree or certificate for FREE.
Parent Portal gives parents quick and easy access to their child's information. Click below to learn more!
Welcome to Canton Prep! Join us for a special New Family Student Welcome Event, an evening designed to help newly enrolled students and their families feel connected, informed, and excited to begin their journey with us. During this event, you’ll have the opportunity to meet our dedicated teachers, staff, and school leaders, learn more about our academic programs—including our Early Middle College option—and explore the clubs, athletics, and opportunities that make the Canton Prep experience unique. Families will also be able to tour the campus, ask questions, and get a closer look at the supportive and welcoming community that defines our school. Our team will also be available to assist with any outstanding registration paperwork, answer enrollment questions, and ensure your student is fully prepared for the upcoming school year. We’re excited to welcome you to the Canton Prep family and help your student start their journey with confidence. We can’t wait to meet you and celebrate the beginning of your Charger experience!
Calling all future Canton Prep Chargers! It’s not too early to start planning for your next educational adventure! Limited spaces are still available for the 2026–2027 school year, and we’re excited to invite you to become a Charger for a Day. Come spend the day with us and see what life at Canton Prep is all about! During your visit, you’ll: Follow a student through a typical day Meet teachers and staff Learn about our Early Middle College program Explore sports, clubs, and extracurricular activities Get all your questions answered! This is a great opportunity to experience our school community, connect with future classmates, and discover everything Canton Prep has to offer. We look forward to seeing you on campus – your Charger journey starts here!
We offer advanced learning opportunities for top-performing students who are ready to progress beyond grade level.
The lottery for the next school year (2026-27) was held via livestream on Thursday, March 5 at 10:00 a.m. To view the livestream, please click on the livestream link below.
Lottery results will be communicated directly to families via email, text, and mail. Student enrollment is updated daily and your child's status reflected in the livestream may no longer be accurate. Waiting list updates with your child's status will be sent out from the school on a monthly basis.
We appreciate your interest in our school and look forward to connecting with you soon!
Canton Prep is the #1 high school in the area based on academic performance.
100% of NHA high school graduates are accepted to college.
3 out of 4 Canton Preparatory High School parents see a positive impact from NHA's Moral Focus™ program.
"I truly believe that all Canton Prep students will graduate from our school believing in themselves and accepting the support we provide to excel in whatever avenue they pursue in and out of the classroom."
- Carlos Hall, Principal at Canton Prep
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Canton Prep Parent
"Canton Prep is a smaller school with less students per grade. This makes me feel that my children are able to receive more attention than they would at a larger school."
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