This was 29.6 percent lower than the state average of 41.9 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 1,432.
85.7 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in West Canton for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 145 | 14.3 |
| Regular high school diploma | 276 | 27.2 |
| GED or alternative credential | 43 | 4.2 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 146 | 14.4 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 278 | 27.4 |
| Associate's degree | 31 | 3.1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 60 | 5.9 |
| Master's degree | 34 | 3.4 |
| Professional school degree | 0 | 0 |
| Doctorate degree | 0 | 0 |
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