Best Schools in Hanson, Massachusetts
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Hanson by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Indian Head
Elementary · Whitman-Hanson. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Hanson Middle School
Middle · Whitman-Hanson. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$498,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$498,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Hanson
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Head | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Hanson Middle School | 6.4 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $112,457
- Median home value
- $498,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hanson compares
Median household income
$112k
99% of Massachusetts median
Whitman-Hanson runs Hanson's public schools
2 public schools. Whitman-Hanson is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Hanson is a Whitman-Hanson school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.4 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Hanson, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Hanson, Massachusetts
Hanson, Massachusetts is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Hanson perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Hanson is Indian Head with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hanson is served by 1 school district: Whitman-Hanson. These districts collectively serve 3,483 students.
Hanson's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $112,457. The poverty rate in the area is 2.5%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 498 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 424 students · 5th–8th | 6.4 |
Schools in Hanson
Hanson, Massachusetts · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$112,457
Median Home Value
$498,700
Median Rent
$1,912/mo
Population
10,466
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Community Profile
Hanson has a median household income of $112,457. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $498,700, with a median rent of $1,912/month. The local poverty rate of 2.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Hanson, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Hanson, Massachusetts?
Hanson has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hanson, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hanson is 7.2 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 Hanson, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Hanson on MySchoolScout is Indian Head with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hanson, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hanson on MySchoolScout is Indian Head with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Hanson, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Hanson on MySchoolScout is Hanson Middle School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Hanson, Massachusetts?
Hanson is served by 1 school district: Whitman-Hanson.
What is the education level in Hanson, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Hanson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hanson, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Hanson is approximately $112,457 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hanson, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hanson is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hanson, 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.