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Lt Peter M Hansen

25 Pecunit Street
Canton, MA 02021
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 536 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lt Peter M Hansen ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 536 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 30% in MA
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lt Peter M Hansen's student population of 536 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Soar

School Rankings

Lt Peter M Hansen ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lt Peter M Hansen is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#472 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
57%
42%
52%
44%
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
12%
10%
White
59%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lt Peter M Hansen's ranking?
Lt Peter M Hansen is ranked #472 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Lt Peter M Hansen often compared to?
Lt Peter M Hansenis often viewed alongside schools like Dean S Luce, John F Kennedy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lt Peter M Hansen?
536 students attend Lt Peter M Hansen.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lt Peter M Hansen students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lt Peter M Hansen?
Lt Peter M Hansen has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lt Peter M Hansen offer ?
Lt Peter M Hansen offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lt Peter M Hansen part of?
Lt Peter M Hansen is part of Canton School District.

School Reviews

5   9/12/2012
Wonderful teachers and devoted principle!
- Posted by Parent - scien

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 536 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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