Best Schools in Canton, Massachusetts
10 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Canton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Wm H Galvin Middle
Middle · Canton. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
John F Kennedy
Elementary · Canton. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical
High · Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Canton for 2026 are Wm H Galvin Middle (8.1/10), John F Kennedy (7.8/10), and Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
10
7 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$665,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
10
7 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$665,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Canton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wm H Galvin Middle | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | John F Kennedy | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Lt Peter M Hansen | 7.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Canton High | 7.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Dean S Luce | 7.2 / 10 |
| 7 | St John the Evangelist School | 6.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $128,341
- Median home value
- $665,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 66%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Canton compares
Massachusetts rank
#62 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$128k
113% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Canton, Massachusetts
Canton, Massachusetts is home to 10 schools, including 7 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Canton perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Canton is Wm H Galvin Middle with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Canton is served by 2 school districts: Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical, Canton. These districts collectively serve 4,195 students.
Canton's community shows 66% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $128,341. The poverty rate in the area is 4.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 457 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | 536 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 3 | 477 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.2 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St John the Evangelist School
Private
218 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | The Blue Hill Montessori School
Private
8 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 742 students · 6th–8th | 8.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 918 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 931 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 134 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.3 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Dba:clarke School Boston
Private
20 students · UG–UG | — | ||
Schools in Canton
Canton, Massachusetts · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$128,341
Median Home Value
$665,500
Median Rent
$2,237/mo
Population
24,459
College Educated
66%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Community Profile
Canton has a median household income of $128,341. It is a well-educated community where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $665,500, with a median rent of $2,237/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Canton, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Canton, Massachusetts?
Canton has 10 schools, including 7 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Canton, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Canton is 7.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Canton, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Canton on MySchoolScout is Wm H Galvin Middle with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Canton, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Canton on MySchoolScout is John F Kennedy with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Canton, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Canton on MySchoolScout is Wm H Galvin Middle with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Canton, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Canton on MySchoolScout is Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Canton, Massachusetts?
Canton is served by 2 school districts: Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical, Canton.
What is the education level in Canton, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 66% of adults in Canton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Canton, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Canton is approximately $128,341 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Canton, Massachusetts?
Yes, Canton has 3 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is St John the Evangelist School with a score of 6.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Canton, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Canton is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Canton, Massachusetts?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.