INDIAN HEAD

Indian Head is a public elementary school that is part of the Whitman-Hanson school district, located in Hanson, MA with about 324 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. With about 21 teachers, Indian Head has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Indian Head Elementary School, located in Hanson, Massachusetts, is part of the Whitman-Hanson Regional School District. Serving students in the primary grades, the school focuses on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and a strong sense of community. By aligning its curriculum with state standards, the school strives to prepare its young learners for future academic success while encouraging curiosity and collaboration within the classroom.

Beyond the core curriculum, Indian Head Elementary places a high value on the partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Hanson community. The school promotes an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to participate in various school activities and initiatives that build character and interpersonal skills. Through a combination of dedicated instruction, supportive resources, and a commitment to student well-being, the school aims to provide a stable and enriching educational experience for every child who walks through its doors.

For more information, contact Indian Head at (781) 618-7065 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

720 Indian Head Street
Hanson, MA 02341
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INDIAN HEAD is a public school in Hanson, MA with about 324 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Whitman-Hanson
Total Students:
324
Teachers:
21.99
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 324 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending INDIAN HEAD is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.

White
92.3%
Hispanic/Latino
4.3%
Two or more races
1.5%
Asian
1.2%
Black or African American
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.