District Overview
Located at 960 Washington Street in Canton, Massachusetts, Canton Public Schools is an active, traditional public school district serving a vibrant community within the greater Boston-Cambridge-Newton metropolitan region. Set in a classic large suburban environment, the district operates six operational schools that cater to a complete academic continuum, spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district educates a student body of 3,314 pupils, reflecting a rich tapestry of backgrounds and learning needs across its early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school grade levels.

To foster a supportive and enriched learning environment, the district relies on a substantial professional workforce totaling over 1,021 full-time equivalent staff members. This personnel context includes approximately 530 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, supported by nearly 119 instructional aides and more than 372 administrative and student support staff. This robust staffing infrastructure ensures a strong ratio of educators to students, allowing for individualized attention and comprehensive academic and emotional services. Families, students, and educational researchers can learn more about Canton's programs and community initiatives by visiting the district online at cantonma.org.
6
Total Schools
3,314
Total Students
530.2
Full-Time Teachers
6.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Canton
Demographic Student Count
White2,034
Hispanic255
Black429
Asian358
Two or More227
American Indian4
Pacific Islander7
  • White
    2,034 (61.4%)
  • Black
    429 (12.9%)
  • Asian
    358 (10.8%)
  • Hispanic
    255 (7.7%)
  • Two or More
    227 (6.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    7 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Canton
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High1
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:6
Students:3,314*
Teachers (FTE):530.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.2
Schools in Canton
Found 6 Schools