LT PETER M HANSEN

Lt Peter M Hansen is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Canton school district, located in Canton, MA with about 475 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 37 teachers, Lt Peter M Hansen has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Lt. Peter M. Hansen Elementary School, located in Canton, Massachusetts, is a public elementary school serving students from kindergarten through grade five. Named in honor of Lieutenant Peter M. Hansen, a Canton resident and Vietnam War hero, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and operates under the Canton Public Schools district. Its mission focuses on fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and the development of responsible, lifelong learners.

The school is known for its commitment to a well-rounded education, balancing rigorous academic curricula in core subjects like literacy and mathematics with opportunities for enrichment in the arts, physical education, and technology. The Hansen community emphasizes collaboration between students, teachers, and families to create a nurturing atmosphere. Through various school-wide initiatives and active parent involvement, the school strives to instill a strong sense of civic duty and community spirit, reflecting the legacy of service associated with its namesake.

For more information, contact Lt Peter M Hansen at (781) 821-5085 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.