Canton
3,314 Students
6 Schools
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 2,034 |
| Hispanic | 255 |
| Black | 429 |
| Asian | 358 |
| Two or More | 227 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 7 |
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White2,034 (61.4%)
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Black429 (12.9%)
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Asian358 (10.8%)
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Hispanic255 (7.7%)
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Two or More227 (6.8%)
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Pacific Islander7 (0.2%)
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American Indian4 (0.1%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 3 |
| Middle | 1 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
School Map
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
968 Students
High School 9th - 12th
509 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
462 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
538 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
121 Students
Pre Kindergarten Pre-K - Pre-K
716 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th