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#900 of 1,793 schools in MA
Helen Hansen Elementary
Elementary School · Stoughton
1800 Central Street, Stoughton, MA 02072
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#900 of 1,793
In Stoughton
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Stoughton
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Helen Hansen Elementary
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About Helen Hansen Elementary
Helen Hansen Elementary is a public elementary school in Stoughton, MA, part of Stoughton. Helen Hansen Elementary serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Helen Hansen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #900 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Helen Hansen Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Helen Hansen Elementary — Students at Helen Hansen Elementary score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.9/10.
How Helen Hansen Elementary Compares
See how Helen Hansen Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1800 Central Street, Stoughton, MA 02072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Helen Hansen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cottage Street (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sharon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John F Kennedy (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stoughton, see our Stoughton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School Stoughton | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| O'Donnell Middle School Stoughton | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Stoughton High Stoughton | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| AHAVATH TORAH CONGREGATION Stoughton | 1.2 mi | — |
| East Elementary Sharon | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Joseph H Gibbons Stoughton | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Dean S Luce Canton | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Canton | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Edwin A Jones Early Childhood Center Stoughton | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Canton High Canton | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Rodman Early Childhood Center Canton | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary Stoughton | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Sharon Early Childhood Center Sharon | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Sharon Middle Sharon | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Cottage Street Sharon | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| STRIAR HEBREW ACADEMY OF SHARON Sharon | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| John F Kennedy Canton | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| DBA:CLARKE SCHOOL BOSTON Canton | 3.1 mi | — |
| Sharon High Sharon | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| South Elementary Stoughton | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,164
Median Home Value
$496,700
Median Rent
$1,993/mo
Population
29,074
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
43.4
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrew B. Cushman School Dartmouth, MA | 6.3 |
| Chace Street Somerset, MA | 6.3 |
| Hatherly Elementary Scituate, MA | 6.3 |
| Heard Street Worcester, MA | 6.3 |
| KINGSLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boston, MA | 6.3 |
| Riverside Danvers, MA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Helen Hansen Elementary
What grades does Helen Hansen Elementary serve?
Helen Hansen Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Helen Hansen Elementary?
Helen Hansen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Helen Hansen Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Helen Hansen Elementary is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Helen Hansen Elementary rank in MA?
Helen Hansen Elementary ranks #900 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Helen Hansen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Helen Hansen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Helen Hansen Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Helen Hansen Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Helen Hansen Elementary a charter school?
No, Helen Hansen Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Helen Hansen Elementary a Title I school?
No, Helen Hansen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 252
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.8%
- Phone
- (781) 344-7006
Resources & Links
District
Stoughton- District Enrollment
- 3,686
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,473
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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