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#1534 of 1,793 schools in MA

Buckland-shelburne Regional

Elementary School · Mohawk Trail

75 Mechanic Street, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,534 of 1,793

In Shelburne Falls

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Mohawk Trail

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Buckland-shelburne Regional

4.4/10

Elementary School in Shelburne Falls · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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About Buckland-shelburne Regional

Buckland-shelburne Regional is a public elementary school in Shelburne Falls, MA, part of Mohawk Trail. Buckland-shelburne Regional serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckland-shelburne Regional has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,534 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Buckland-shelburne Regional show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Buckland-shelburne Regional 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-19.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,607
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Buckland-shelburne Regional — Students at Buckland-shelburne Regional score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 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
42%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
38.4%
ELA
57.4%
2019
Math
51.4%
ELA
61.6%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
30.4%
ELA
50.4%
2022
Math
27.8%
ELA
33.2%
2023
Math
24.8%
ELA
46.5%
2024
Math
25.5%
ELA
41.3%
2025
Math
22.8%
ELA
38.8%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Buckland-shelburne Regional Compares

See how Buckland-shelburne Regional performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in MA
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Location

75 Mechanic Street, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Buckland-shelburne Regional may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawlemont Regional (rated 8.0/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Charlemont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sanderson Academy (rated 7.9/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Ashfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Deerfield Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby South Deerfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shelburne Falls, see our Shelburne Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Mohawk Trail Regional School Shelburne Falls 1.2 mi 6.0
Colrain Central Colrain 5.0 mi 6.6
THE ACADEMY AT CHARLEMONT Charlemont 4.7 mi 6.3
Four Rivers Charter Public School Greenfield 5.8 mi 7.5
Conway Grammar Conway 7.5 mi 6.8
Newton School Greenfield 6.3 mi 5.2
The Academy of Early Learning at North Parish Greenfield 6.3 mi 5.5
Sanderson Academy Ashfield 7.9 mi 7.9
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield 6.9 mi 4.4
Federal Street School Greenfield 7.1 mi 5.7
Greenfield Middle Greenfield 7.1 mi 5.8
Greenfield High Greenfield 7.1 mi 4.5
Hawlemont Regional Charlemont 7.2 mi 8.0
THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield 7.9 mi 8.2
Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield 7.4 mi 6.5
STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL Greenfield 7.5 mi 8.0
GREENFIELD CENTER SCHOOL Greenfield 8.2 mi 6.3
Sheffield Elementary School Turners Falls 9.1 mi 6.3
Halifax West School West Halifax 12.3 mi 6.2
Deerfield Elementary South Deerfield 10.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,715

Median Home Value

$334,000

Median Rent

$1,057/mo

Population

3,641

College Educated

50.2%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

54

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Buckland-shelburne Regional

What grades does Buckland-shelburne Regional serve?

Buckland-shelburne Regional serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Buckland-shelburne Regional?

Buckland-shelburne Regional has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Buckland-shelburne Regional?

The student-teacher ratio at Buckland-shelburne Regional is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Buckland-shelburne Regional rank in MA?

Buckland-shelburne Regional ranks #1,534 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Buckland-shelburne Regional's MySchoolScout rating?

Buckland-shelburne Regional has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Buckland-shelburne Regional?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Buckland-shelburne Regional has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Buckland-shelburne Regional a charter school?

No, Buckland-shelburne Regional is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Buckland-shelburne Regional a Title I school?

No, Buckland-shelburne Regional is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

Mohawk Trail
District Enrollment
806
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,607
District Rank
#4 of 4

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