Serving 680 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hancock ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hancock ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hancock's student population of 680 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
680 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Hancock 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 Hancock is 0.64, which is less 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
#1541 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
52%
10%
White
14%
51%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock's ranking?
Hancock is ranked #1541 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Hancock often compared to?
Hancockis often viewed alongside schools like Oscar F Raymond by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Hancock?
680 students attend Hancock.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hancock students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hancock?
Hancock has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hancock offer ?
Hancock offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hancock part of?
Hancock is part of Brockton School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Considering there are 30 children in my child`s classroom, Hancock is a great school. The Principal, Mr. Shaw, is hands on and very approachable. We are moving out of town and hope the new school is as exceptional as Hancock.
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