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#1709 of 1,793 schools in MA

Hancock

Elementary School · Brockton

125 Pearl Street, Brockton, MA 02301

Enrollment

666

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,709 of 1,793

In Brockton

#23 of 24

public schools

In district

#22 of 23

Brockton

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Hancock

3.4/10

Elementary School in Brockton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Huntington Therapeutic Day School

4.1/10

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5.2/10

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About Hancock

Hancock is a public elementary school in Brockton, MA, part of Brockton. Hancock serves approximately 666 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hancock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,709 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Hancock show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.2
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-30.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.6 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-18.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,618
Chronic Absenteeism25.5%

Hancock — Students at Hancock score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 20.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 27.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
45%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
21.8%
ELA
37.8%
2019
Math
25.3%
ELA
32.8%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
22.8%
2022
Math
8.3%
ELA
14.5%
2023
Math
10.7%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
13.3%
ELA
11.3%
2025
Math
11.7%
ELA
17%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.

How Hancock Compares

See how Hancock performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
5th percentile in MA
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

Location

125 Pearl Street, Brockton, MA 02301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hancock may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manthala George Jr. School (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Louis F Angelo Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blanche A. Ames Elementary School (rated 5.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby North Easton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brockton, see our Brockton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Huntington Therapeutic Day School Brockton 1.0 mi 4.1
West Middle School Brockton 1.2 mi 5.2
Brockton High Brockton 1.7 mi 5.6
Edison Evening Academy Brockton 1.7 mi 5.1
Brockton Virtual Learning Academy Brockton 1.7 mi 4.2
Manthala George Jr. School Brockton 1.6 mi 6.7
South Elementary Stoughton 2.0 mi 4.9
Ralph D Butler Avon 2.3 mi 4.4
John F Kennedy Brockton 2.3 mi 5.1
Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center Brockton 2.0 mi 2.7
Oscar F Raymond Brockton 2.2 mi 4.3
North Middle School Brockton 2.3 mi 6.5
Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton 2.2 mi 3.6
EASTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL North Easton 2.5 mi
Louis F Angelo Elementary Brockton 2.5 mi 6.5
Edwin A Jones Early Childhood Center Stoughton 3.1 mi 5.4
Blanche A. Ames Elementary School North Easton 2.8 mi 5.6
Avon Middle High School Avon 3.3 mi 4.8
Joseph H Gibbons Stoughton 3.0 mi 4.1
Easton Middle School North Easton 3.0 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,727

Median Home Value

$414,200

Median Rent

$1,566/mo

Population

68,608

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

50%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

35.4

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Joseph W Martin Jr Elementary North Attleborough, MA 3.4
Thomas Carroll Peabody, MA 3.4
UP Academy Holland Dorchester, MA 3.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hancock

What grades does Hancock serve?

Hancock serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hancock?

Hancock has an enrollment of approximately 666 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hancock?

The student-teacher ratio at Hancock is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hancock rank in MA?

Hancock ranks #1,709 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Hancock's MySchoolScout rating?

Hancock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hancock?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hancock has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hancock a charter school?

No, Hancock is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hancock a Title I school?

No, Hancock is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
666
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

District

Brockton
District Enrollment
14,954
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,618
District Rank
#22 of 23

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