Welcome to Canton Preparatory High School
Canton Preparatory High School is a tuition-free public charter school in Canton. We prepare students for college, and to reach the highest level once they get there. You’ll see this in our advanced curriculum and classrooms where enthusiastic teachers help students reason through and overcome any obstacle. We emphasize extracurricular pursuits and community service. As a result, our students not only excel, they thrive.
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If you are interested in learning more about our school, students, faculty, and staff, we invite you to tour our campus!
7th & 8th Grade Charger Orientation
Kick Off the 2025–2026 School Year with Confidence! We’re excited to welcome our 7th & 8th grade students to Canton Preparatory High School! Join us for our Orientation, a must-attend event designed to help you start the school year informed, prepared, and ready to succeed. During orientation, students will have the opportunity to: - Pick up class schedules and Chromebooks - Receive locker assignments and combinations - Meet your teachers and locate your classrooms - Take your student ID photo - Purchase spirit wear to show your school pride - Get familiar with school procedures, resources, and daily routines This event is an important step in preparing for a successful school year. Students will learn about academic and behavioral expectations, available support services, and tips for navigating Middle School with confidence. Parents are encouraged to attend. Don’t miss this chance to connect, get organized, and make your first day a smooth and positive experience. We can’t wait to see you there and officially welcome you to the Charger family!
Free Family Resources
Summer is here! There are tons of free community resources available to our families throughout the summer, including free meals.
We're the #2 Charter High School in Detroit
Canton Prep is the #2 Charter High School in Detroit, and it doesn't stop there. Check out our collection of awards and accolades.
Canton Prep Charger Athletics
We offer an athletics program with sports like basketball, soccer, and baseball. Learn more about being a Canton Prep Charger!
Early Middle College Program
Earn a high school diploma and an associate degree or certificate for FREE.
Parent Portal Help Page
Parent Portal gives parents quick and easy access to their child's information. Click below to learn more!
Freshman Charger Orientation
Freshman Orientation – Kick Off the 2025–2026 School Year with Confidence! We’re excited to welcome our Freshman Class to Canton Preparatory High School! Join us for our Freshman Orientation, a must-attend event designed to help you start the school year informed, prepared, and ready to succeed. During orientation, students will have the opportunity to: - Pick up class schedules and Chromebooks - Receive locker assignments and combinations - Meet your teachers and locate your classrooms - Take your student ID photo - Purchase spirit wear to show your school pride - Get familiar with school procedures, resources, and daily routines This event is an important step in preparing for a successful school year. Students will learn about academic and behavioral expectations, available support services, and tips for navigating high school life with confidence. Parents are encouraged to attend. Don’t miss this chance to connect, get organized, and make your first day a smooth and positive experience. We can’t wait to see you there and officially welcome you to the Charger family!
10th Grade Charger Orientation
Welcome back Chargers! New and returning Canton Prep 10th grade students are invited to join us for High School Orientation as we kick off the 2025-2026 school year! This is an opportunity to pick up class schedules and Chromebooks, receive locker combinations and assignments, meet teachers, locate your classrooms, purchase school spirit wear, take student ID photos and more to ensure a successful start to the year!
Advanced Learning Program
We offer advanced learning opportunities for top-performing students who are ready to progress beyond grade level.
We Are a Charter School
Metro Parent Ranks Canton Preparatory High School One of Wayne County's Best Charter Schools
To help families make informed choices, Metro Parent compiled a list of the best charter schools in Wayne County. These rankings use a combination of publicly available data from sources like the U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Census Bureau, along with community reviews, survey feedback, and academic performance indicators such as test scores and college readiness.
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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