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Belchertown High

High School · Belchertown

142 Springfield Road, Belchertown, MA 01007

Enrollment

602

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#908 of 1,793

In Belchertown

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Belchertown

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Belchertown High

6.2/10

High School in Belchertown · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Belchertown High

Belchertown High is a public high school in Belchertown, MA, part of Belchertown. Belchertown High serves approximately 602 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Belchertown High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #908 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Belchertown High show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Belchertown High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+11.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+11.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation18.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,967
Chronic Absenteeism26.6%

Belchertown High — Students at Belchertown High score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 85.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
76.5%
ELA
86.5%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
61.5%
ELA
77%
2023
Math
59%
ELA
74%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
71%
2025
Math
57%
ELA
68%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Belchertown High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in MA
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
22
12 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
18.4% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
12 boys'·10 girls'·30 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

142 Springfield Road, Belchertown, MA 01007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belchertown High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE MACDUFFIE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Granby), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pathfinder Vocational Technical (rated 7.4/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Palmer), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Palmer High (rated 6.5/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Palmer), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Belchertown, see our Belchertown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Swift River Elementary Belchertown 0.1 mi 6.5
Chestnut Hill Community School Belchertown 0.2 mi 6.4
Jabish Middle School Belchertown 0.6 mi 6.9
Cold Spring Belchertown 0.9 mi 5.0
THE MACDUFFIE SCHOOL Granby 3.3 mi 8.1
East Meadow Granby 4.2 mi 4.6
Granby Jr Sr High School Granby 4.3 mi 5.8
Pathfinder Vocational Technical Palmer 6.3 mi 7.4
Old Mill Pond Palmer 6.6 mi 6.1
Paul R Baird Middle Ludlow 7.0 mi 5.9
Palmer High Palmer 6.6 mi 6.5
Ludlow Senior High Ludlow 7.1 mi 6.0
Harris Brook Elementary School Ludlow 7.3 mi 6.8
East Street Elementary School Ludlow 7.8 mi 7.4
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Ludlow 8.1 mi 6.3
Pelham Elementary Pelham 8.3 mi 5.5
AMHERST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Amherst 7.5 mi 6.1
Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst 7.8 mi 9.5
Indian Orchard Elementary Indian Orchard 8.8 mi 7.4
Fort River Elementary Amherst 8.8 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,056

Median Home Value

$350,400

Median Rent

$1,301/mo

Population

15,406

College Educated

45.9%

Homeownership

84.1%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

43.9

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Lunenburg High Lunenburg, MA 6.2
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North Middlesex Regional Townsend, MA 6.2
Uxbridge High Uxbridge, MA 6.2
Bellingham High School Bellingham, MA 6.3
Innovation Academy Charter School Tyngsboro, MA 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belchertown High

What grades does Belchertown High serve?

Belchertown High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Belchertown High?

Belchertown High has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belchertown High?

The student-teacher ratio at Belchertown High is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belchertown High rank in MA?

Belchertown High ranks #908 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Belchertown High's MySchoolScout rating?

Belchertown High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Belchertown High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belchertown High has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Belchertown High a charter school?

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

Is Belchertown High a Title I school?

No, Belchertown High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Hampshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.6%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Belchertown
District Enrollment
2,081
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,967
District Rank
#4 of 5

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