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#260 of 388 private schools in MA

Campus School of Smith College

Elementary School

33 PROSPECT ST, Northampton, MA 01063

Private

Enrollment

155

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#260 of 388

In Northampton

#3 of 3

public schools

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Campus School of Smith College

5.7/10

Elementary School in Northampton · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Campus School of Smith College

Campus School of Smith College is a private elementary school in Northampton, MA. Campus School of Smith College serves approximately 155 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Campus School of Smith College has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #260 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.6 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 155 students, Campus School of Smith College is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Campus School of Smith College sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Campus School of Smith College is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Campus School of Smith College compares to the 4 public schools in Northampton, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
This School
vs
10.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
155
This School
vs
503
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 77.4% vs 0%
Black 5.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.8% vs 0%
Asian 5.2% vs 0%
Campus School of Smith College Northampton Public Avg

All Schools in Northampton

School Rating
Campus School of Smith College (this school) 5.7
Bridge Street 5.0
Northampton High 8.2
Jackson Street 8.0
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High 5.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,041.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 38%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 155
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 77.4%
Black 5.8%
Hispanic 5.8%
Asian 5.2%
Two or More 5.2%
Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

33 PROSPECT ST, Northampton, MA 01063

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Campus School of Smith College may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jackson Street (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Leeds (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Leeds), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hadley Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Hadley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northampton, see our Northampton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CLARKE SCHOOLS FOR HEARING AND SPEECH Northampton 0.2 mi
Bridge Street Northampton 0.5 mi 5.0
LANDER GRINSPOON ACADEMY - SOLOMON SCHECHTER Northampton 0.7 mi 6.4
CUTCHINS PROGRAM Northampton 0.7 mi
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHAMPTON Northampton 0.9 mi 5.8
Northampton High Northampton 0.8 mi 8.2
Jackson Street Northampton 1.1 mi 8.0
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High Northampton 1.3 mi 5.6
Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School Easthampton 2.7 mi 7.2
John F Kennedy Middle School Florence 2.7 mi 6.1
Hopkins Academy Hadley 2.6 mi 7.5
R. K. Finn Ryan Road Florence 3.0 mi 4.4
Hadley Elementary Hadley 3.3 mi 7.5
Hatfield Elementary Hatfield 3.8 mi 4.4
Smith Academy Hatfield 4.2 mi 6.1
THE WILLISTON NORTHAMPTON SCHOOL Easthampton 4.2 mi 5.8
Leeds Leeds 3.8 mi 8.0
Easthampton High Easthampton 4.6 mi 4.8
THE HARTSBROOK SCHOOL Hadley 3.6 mi 7.4
Mountain View School Easthampton 5.0 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Population

2,121

College Educated

52.4%

Homeownership

0%

Poverty Rate

0%

Median Age

20

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Campus School of Smith College

What grades does Campus School of Smith College serve?

Campus School of Smith College serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Campus School of Smith College?

Campus School of Smith College has an enrollment of approximately 155 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Campus School of Smith College?

The student-teacher ratio at Campus School of Smith College is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Campus School of Smith College rank in MA?

Campus School of Smith College ranks #260 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Campus School of Smith College's MySchoolScout rating?

Campus School of Smith College has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Campus School of Smith College a private school?

Yes, Campus School of Smith College is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Campus School of Smith College a religious school?

No, Campus School of Smith College is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
86 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
155
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
168 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampshire County

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