Serving 285 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Helen Hansen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen Hansen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Helen Hansen Elementary School's student population of 285 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helen Hansen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen Hansen Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#923 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
30%
10%
White
47%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Hansen Elementary School's ranking?
Helen Hansen Elementary School is ranked #923 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Helen Hansen Elementary School often compared to?
Helen Hansen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dean S Luce by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Helen Hansen Elementary School?
285 students attend Helen Hansen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Helen Hansen Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen Hansen Elementary School?
Helen Hansen Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Helen Hansen Elementary School offer ?
Helen Hansen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Helen Hansen Elementary School part of?
Helen Hansen Elementary School is part of Stoughton School District.
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