WM H GALVIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Wm H Galvin Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Canton school district, located in Canton, MA with about 736 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 60 teachers, Wm H Galvin Middle 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 William H. Galvin Middle School, located at 55 Pecunit Street in Canton, Massachusetts, serves as the town’s primary public middle school, typically catering to students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Canton Public Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. The school’s curriculum is designed to challenge students through a variety of core subjects while providing opportunities for enrichment in the arts, technology, and physical education.
Beyond the classroom, the Galvin Middle School promotes a culture of community and collaboration, encouraging students to participate in a diverse array of extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs. By focusing on critical thinking, communication, and community responsibility, the school aims to prepare its students for the academic rigors of high school and beyond. For families seeking more detailed information regarding school policies, calendar events, or specific departmental information, the school maintains an updated digital presence at [cantonma.org/galvin](http://cantonma.org/galvin).
For more information, contact Wm H Galvin Middle at (781) 821-5070 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-5070
http://cantonma.org/galvin
WM H GALVIN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Canton, MA with about 736 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Massachusetts
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Canton
- Total Students:
- 736
- Teachers:
- 60.41
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 736 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WM H GALVIN MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 70% of the student body.
- White
- 70.4%
- Black or African American
- 11.5%
- Asian
- 8.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.3%
- Two or more races
- 4.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 51.4%
- Male
- 48.6%
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.