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Barry

Elementary School · Chicopee

44 Connell Street, Chicopee, MA 01020

Enrollment

362

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,711 of 1,793

In Chicopee

#16 of 16

public schools

In district

#15 of 15

Chicopee

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Barry

3.4/10

Elementary School in Chicopee · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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About Barry

Barry is a public elementary school in Chicopee, MA, part of Chicopee. Barry serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Barry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,711 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Barry show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-5.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-15.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,218
Chronic Absenteeism27.9%

Barry — Students at Barry score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 44.3% (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
67%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
56.5%
ELA
62.8%
2019
Math
55.8%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
35.3%
ELA
24.5%
2023
Math
34.3%
ELA
27.7%
2024
Math
27.7%
ELA
20%
2025
Math
26.7%
ELA
23.7%

* 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: 1.3/10.

How Barry Compares

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

Overall Score
3.4/10
5th percentile in MA
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

Location

44 Connell Street, Chicopee, MA 01020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Barry may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Streiber Memorial School (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morgan Full Service Community School (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Holyoke), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicopee, see our Chicopee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Belcher Chicopee 0.3 mi 5.1
ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chicopee 0.6 mi 5.5
Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee 0.8 mi 5.7
Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee 0.8 mi 5.5
Szetela Early Childhood Center Chicopee 0.9 mi 3.9
Chicopee High Chicopee 1.2 mi 4.7
Dupont Middle Chicopee 1.4 mi 5.2
ST STANISLAUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicopee 1.4 mi 4.8
Bellamy Middle Chicopee 1.7 mi 5.4
Gen John J Stefanik Chicopee 1.4 mi 5.6
VALLEY WEST SCHOOL Chicopee 2.0 mi 6.8
Streiber Memorial School Chicopee 2.0 mi 6.5
ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL Springfield 2.1 mi 7.1
Bowe Chicopee 2.1 mi 3.5
Samuel Bowles Springfield 2.0 mi 5.9
GRACE ACADEMY Springfield 2.0 mi 5.1
Glenwood Springfield 2.4 mi 6.0
Mary O Pottenger Springfield 2.2 mi 5.5
Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke 2.3 mi 6.5
The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary Learning Springfield 2.4 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,971

Median Home Value

$259,100

Median Rent

$1,153/mo

Population

30,230

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

59.7%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

43.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Center Elementary School Chelmsford, MA 3.4
Edward A Sisson Lynn, MA 3.4
Horace Mann Laboratory Salem, MA 3.4
Martin E Young Elementary Randolph, MA 3.4
Silvio O Conte Community Pittsfield, MA 3.4
Webster School Everett, MA 3.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barry

What grades does Barry serve?

Barry serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Barry?

Barry has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barry?

The student-teacher ratio at Barry is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barry rank in MA?

Barry ranks #1,711 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Barry's MySchoolScout rating?

Barry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Barry?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barry has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Barry a charter school?

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

Is Barry a Title I school?

No, Barry is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

District

Chicopee
District Enrollment
6,807
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,218
District Rank
#15 of 15

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