Serving 826 students in grades 5-8, Hanover Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 826 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hanover Middle School's student population of 826 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
826 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hanover Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanover Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#461 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
3%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
92%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanover Middle School's ranking?
Hanover Middle School is ranked #461 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Hanover Middle School often compared to?
Hanover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Hanover Middle School?
826 students attend Hanover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hanover Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanover Middle School?
Hanover Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hanover Middle School offer ?
Hanover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hanover Middle School part of?
Hanover Middle School is part of Hanover School District.
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