For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,212 students in Canton, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Canton, MA are Dean S Luce, John F Kennedy and Lt Peter M Hansen. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, MA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Canton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Canton, MA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dean S Luce
(Math: 69% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
45 Independence St
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5075
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5075
Grades: K-5
| 477 students
Rank: #22.
John F Kennedy
(Math: 63% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Dedham Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5080
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5080
Grades: K-5
| 457 students
Rank: #33.
Lt Peter M Hansen
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25 Pecunit Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5085
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5085
Grades: K-5
| 536 students
Rank: #44.
Wm H Galvin Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
55 Pecunit Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5070
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5070
Grades: 6-8
| 742 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Canton, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Canton, MA include Dean S Luce, John F Kennedy and Lt Peter M Hansen.
How many public elementary schools are located in Canton?
4 public elementary schools are located in Canton.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Canton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Canton include: Dean S Luce vs. John F Kennedy, Lt Peter M Hansen vs. Dean S Luce, John F Kennedy vs. Dean S Luce
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