For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,224 students in 02021, MA (there are 7 private schools, serving 569 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 02021, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02021, MA are Canton High School, Dean S Luce and John F Kennedy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02021 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02021, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02021, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canton High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5050
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5050
Gr: 9-12 | 968 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Dean S Luce
(Math: 70% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
45 Independence St
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5075
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5075
Gr: K-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
John F Kennedy
(Math: 63% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Dedham Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5080
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5080
Gr: K-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Lt Peter M Hansen
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25 Pecunit Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5085
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5085
Gr: K-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical
Vocational School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Randolph Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 828-5800
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 828-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Wm H Galvin Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
55 Pecunit Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5070
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5070
Gr: 6-8 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital For Children
Special Education School
3 Randolph Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 338-3305
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 338-3305
Gr: 1-12
Rank: n/an/a
960 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5060
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5060
Gr: PK | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02021, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02021, MA include Canton High School, Dean S Luce and John F Kennedy.
How many public schools are located in 02021?
8 public schools are located in 02021.
What percentage of students in 02021 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 02021 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02021?
02021 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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