For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,225 students in 02021, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02021, 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02021 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02021, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02021, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dean S Luce
(Math: 70% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
45 Independence St
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5075
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5075
Gr: K-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
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
Gr: K-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Lt Peter M Hansen
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25 Pecunit Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5085
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5085
Gr: K-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Wm H Galvin Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
55 Pecunit Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5070
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5070
Gr: 6-8 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
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
Gr: 1-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02021, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02021, MA include Dean S Luce, John F Kennedy and Lt Peter M Hansen.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02021?
5 public elementary schools are located in 02021.
What is the racial composition of students in 02021?
02021 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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