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Hanson Middle School

Middle School · Whitman-Hanson

111 Liberty Street, Hanson, MA 02341

Enrollment

424

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#710 of 1,793

In Hanson

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Whitman-Hanson

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Hanson Middle School

6.8/10

Middle School in Hanson · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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6.0/10

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About Hanson Middle School

Hanson Middle School is a public middle school in Hanson, MA, part of Whitman-Hanson. Hanson Middle School serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hanson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #710 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Hanson Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,470
Chronic Absenteeism10.6%

Hanson Middle School — Students at Hanson Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.9% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.5% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 106 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
63%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
42.2%
ELA
50.2%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
27.5%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2023
Math
38.4%
ELA
43.4%
2024
Math
35.6%
ELA
43%
2025
Math
34.8%
ELA
43.2%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Hanson Middle School Compares

See how Hanson Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
61th percentile in MA
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

Location

111 Liberty Street, Hanson, MA 02341

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hanson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hanover Middle (rated 7.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Hanover), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John W Rogers Middle (rated 6.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Rockland), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hanson, see our Hanson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Indian Head Hanson 1.3 mi 7.5
Whitman Hanson Regional Whitman 1.6 mi 6.0
The Pre-School Academy at Whitman Hanson Whitman 1.6 mi 3.3
R Stewart Esten Rockland 2.6 mi 7.3
John H Duval Whitman 2.3 mi 5.6
HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hanson 3.4 mi
Center Elementary Hanover 3.3 mi 8.2
Hanover High Hanover 3.7 mi 8.4
Hanover Middle Hanover 3.8 mi 7.7
Cedar Elementary Hanover 3.8 mi 3.9
Bryantville Elementary Pembroke 3.4 mi 5.2
CARDINAL CUSHING CENTERS Hanover 3.9 mi 6.9
Rockland Senior High Rockland 4.2 mi 7.0
John W Rogers Middle Rockland 4.2 mi 6.1
Phelps Elementary School Rockland 4.3 mi 8.0
South Shore Vocational Technical High Hanover 4.9 mi 8.0
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Abington 4.3 mi 4.2
Louise A Conley Whitman 4.0 mi 7.8
Pembroke High School Pembroke 4.2 mi 6.7
South Shore Charter Public School Norwell 5.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02341 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,457

Median Home Value

$498,700

Median Rent

$1,912/mo

Population

10,466

College Educated

39%

Homeownership

90%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

45.8

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School Rating
Albert F Ford Middle School Acushnet, MA 6.8
B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell, MA 6.8
John F Kennedy Middle Springfield, MA 6.8
Parthum Middle School Lawrence, MA 6.8
Talbot Innovation School Fall River, MA 6.8
Bird Middle East Walpole, MA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hanson Middle School

What grades does Hanson Middle School serve?

Hanson Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Hanson Middle School?

Hanson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hanson Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hanson Middle School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hanson Middle School rank in MA?

Hanson Middle School ranks #710 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Hanson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hanson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Hanson Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hanson Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hanson Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Hanson Middle School a Title I school?

No, Hanson Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

District

Whitman-Hanson
District Enrollment
3,483
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,470
District Rank
#3 of 7

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