This was 12 percent lower than the state average of 46.3 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 2,330.
93.7 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Canisteo for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 102 | 6.3 |
| Regular high school diploma | 631 | 39.2 |
| GED or alternative credential | 104 | 6.5 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 98 | 6.1 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 123 | 7.6 |
| Associate's degree | 223 | 13.9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 137 | 8.5 |
| Master's degree | 172 | 10.7 |
| Professional school degree | 14 | 0.9 |
| Doctorate degree | 6 | 0.4 |
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