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Bellamy Middle
Middle School · Chicopee
314 Pendleton Avenue, Chicopee, MA 01020
Enrollment
817
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
817
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,206 of 1,793
In Chicopee
#8 of 16
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
Chicopee
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Bellamy Middle
Middle School in Chicopee · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bellamy Middle
Bellamy Middle is a public middle school in Chicopee, MA, part of Chicopee. Bellamy Middle serves approximately 817 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bellamy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,206 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Bellamy Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Bellamy Middle — Students at Bellamy Middle score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.1/10.
How Bellamy Middle Compares
See how Bellamy Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
314 Pendleton Avenue, Chicopee, MA 01020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bellamy Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bowie (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Holyoke), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Holyoke), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicopee, see our Chicopee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Streiber Memorial School Chicopee | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE Holyoke | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Kelly Elementary Holyoke | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Fairview Elementary Chicopee | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chicopee | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Barry Chicopee | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Hampden Charter School of Science East Chicopee | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Chicopee Academy Chicopee | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Belcher Chicopee | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Bowie Chicopee | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Szetela Early Childhood Center Chicopee | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Gen John J Stefanik Chicopee | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Holyoke High Holyoke | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Cyril K. Brennan Middle School Attleboro, MA | 5.4 |
| Mountview Middle Holden, MA | 5.5 |
| Sky View Middle School Leominster, MA | 5.5 |
| Stoneham Central Middle School Stoneham, MA | 5.5 |
| Veritas Preparatory Charter School Springfield, MA | 5.5 |
| John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn, MA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bellamy Middle
What grades does Bellamy Middle serve?
Bellamy Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bellamy Middle?
Bellamy Middle has an enrollment of approximately 817 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bellamy Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Bellamy Middle is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bellamy Middle rank in MA?
Bellamy Middle ranks #1,206 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Bellamy Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Bellamy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Bellamy Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bellamy Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bellamy Middle a charter school?
No, Bellamy Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bellamy Middle a Title I school?
No, Bellamy Middle is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 817
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.5%
- Phone
- (413) 594-3527
Resources & Links
District
Chicopee- District Enrollment
- 6,807
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,218
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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