For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,139 students in Canton, MA (there are 8 private schools, serving 603 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Canton, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Canton, MA are Dean S Luce, Canton High School and John F Kennedy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Canton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Canton, MA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dean S Luce
Magnet School
(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
| 457 students
Rank: #22.
Canton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5050
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5050
Grades: 9-12
| 904 students
Rank: #33.
John F Kennedy
Magnet School
(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
| 470 students
Rank: #44.
Lt Peter M Hansen
Magnet School
(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
| 546 students
Rank: #55.
Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Randolph Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 828-5800
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 828-5800
Grades: 9-12
| 920 students
Rank: #66.
Wm H Galvin Middle School
Magnet 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
| 753 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital For Children
Special Education School
3 Randolph Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 338-3305
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 338-3305
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Rodman Early Childhood Center
Magnet School
960 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5060
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5060
Grades: PK
| 89 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Canton, MA?
The top ranked public schools in Canton, MA include Dean S Luce, Canton High School and John F Kennedy.
How many public schools are located in Canton?
8 public schools are located in Canton.
What percentage of students in Canton go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Canton are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Canton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public 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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