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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 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)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Lt Peter M Hansen ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
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
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 #438 out of 1,631 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.
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