Whitman-Hanson School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,539 students in Whitman-Hanson School District. This district's average testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
Public Schools in Whitman-Hanson School District have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Whitman-Hanson School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 395 school districts in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 88% has decreased from 96% over five school years.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="students-by-ethinity">Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.33
0.64
# American Indian Students
23 Students
2,150 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
n/a
# Asian Students
64 Students
66,972 Students
% Asian Students
2%
7%
# Hispanic Students
289 Students
220,816 Students
% Hispanic Students
8%
24%
# Black Students
168 Students
85,620 Students
% Black Students
5%
10%
# White Students
2,875 Students
495,615 Students
% White Students
81%
54%
# Hawaiian Students
4 Students
787 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
116 Students
40,167 Students
% of Two or more races Students
3%
5%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="students-by-grade">Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
100
30,924
# Students in K Grade:
214
61,611
# Students in 1st Grade:
258
65,628
# Students in 2nd Grade:
228
63,966
# Students in 3rd Grade:
270
65,083
# Students in 4th Grade:
262
66,360
# Students in 5th Grade:
275
66,453
# Students in 6th Grade:
277
67,299
# Students in 7th Grade:
275
67,468
# Students in 8th Grade:
287
69,397
# Students in 9th Grade:
256
75,502
# Students in 10th Grade:
256
73,829
# Students in 11th Grade:
253
69,463
# Students in 12th Grade:
316
69,134
# Ungraded Students:
12
1,618
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="district-revenue-and-spending">District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $18,787 in this school district is less than the state median of $23,913. The school district revenue/student has grown by 12% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $17,945 is less than the state median of $24,672. The school district spending/student has grown by 11% over four school years.
How many schools belong to Whitman-Hanson School District?
Whitman-Hanson School District manages 7 public schools serving 3,539 students.
What is the rank of Whitman-Hanson School District?
Whitman-Hanson School District is ranked #231 out of 395 school districts in Massachusetts (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Massachusetts school districts for: Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Whitman-Hanson School District?
81% of Whitman-Hanson School District students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Whitman-Hanson School District?
Whitman-Hanson School District has a student/teacher ratio of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What is Whitman-Hanson School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $17,945 is less than the state median of $24,672. The school district spending/student has grown by 11% over four school years.
We explore the significant impact of bullying on students' academic performance, discussing statistics, research findings, and long-term effects. It provides valuable insights for educators and parents on recognizing bullying behaviors and implementing effective prevention strategies to create a safe learning environment.
This comprehensive guide explores the increasing trend of legal prosecution for school fights, discussing recent incidents, age considerations, and the shift from traditional school punishments to law enforcement involvement. It provides valuable insights for parents, educators, and students about the evolving landscape of school discipline and safety measures.
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
District size: 7 schools
Grades: PK-12
Enrollment: 3,539 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 19%
Graduation Rate
: 88% (Btm 50% in MA)
Overall District Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 39% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 43% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 44% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
