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#667 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 37% in state

Allendale

Elementary School · Pittsfield

180 Connecticut Avenue, Pittsfield, MA 01201

Enrollment

251

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#667 of 1,793

In Pittsfield

#5 of 13

public schools

In district

#5 of 13

Pittsfield

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Allendale

6.9/10

Elementary School in Pittsfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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4.1/10

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About Allendale

Allendale is a public elementary school in Pittsfield, MA, part of Pittsfield. Allendale serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Allendale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #667 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Allendale show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Allendale sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

33% of students at Allendale were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,189
Chronic Absenteeism33.1%

Allendale — Students at Allendale score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
30.3%
ELA
50.5%
2019
Math
29.5%
ELA
50.3%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
36.8%
ELA
30.8%
2023
Math
42%
ELA
33.7%
2024
Math
36.7%
ELA
25%
2025
Math
34.3%
ELA
35.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Allendale Compares

See how Allendale performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in MA
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.1%

Location

180 Connecticut Avenue, Pittsfield, MA 01201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Allendale may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williams (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Egremont (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lanesborough Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Lanesborough), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pittsfield, see our Pittsfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Egremont Pittsfield 1.6 mi 8.0
Morningside Community School Pittsfield 1.2 mi 4.1
John T Reid Middle Pittsfield 1.3 mi 3.4
Williams Pittsfield 1.8 mi 8.3
Pittsfield High Pittsfield 1.6 mi 7.3
Eagle Education Academy Pittsfield 1.7 mi 5.0
Theodore Herberg Middle Pittsfield 2.0 mi 6.9
Robert T. Capeless Elementary School Pittsfield 2.5 mi 6.3
Craneville Dalton 2.5 mi 7.2
Silvio O Conte Community Pittsfield 2.4 mi 3.4
Taconic High Pittsfield 2.7 mi 5.8
Crosby Pittsfield 2.7 mi 6.4
Crosby Educational Academy Pittsfield 2.7 mi
Lanesborough Elementary Lanesborough 3.7 mi 8.0
ST AGNES ACADEMY Dalton 2.9 mi 5.9
Stearns Pittsfield 4.3 mi 7.8
Wahconah Regional High Dalton 4.3 mi 8.0
Nessacus Regional Middle School Dalton 4.2 mi 7.5
HILLCREST EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Lenox 5.6 mi 6.5
HIGH POINT SCHOOL Lenox 5.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,879

Median Home Value

$236,500

Median Rent

$1,098/mo

Population

45,072

College Educated

34.1%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Allendale

What grades does Allendale serve?

Allendale serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Allendale?

Allendale has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Allendale?

The student-teacher ratio at Allendale is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Allendale rank in MA?

Allendale ranks #667 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Allendale's MySchoolScout rating?

Allendale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Allendale?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Allendale has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Allendale a charter school?

No, Allendale is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Allendale a Title I school?

No, Allendale is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Berkshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.1%

District

Pittsfield
District Enrollment
4,876
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,189
District Rank
#5 of 13

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