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#1417 of 1,793 schools in MA

Clifford M Granger

Elementary School · Agawam

31 So. Westfield Street, Feeding Hills, MA 01030

Enrollment

353

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,417 of 1,793

In Feeding Hills

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Agawam

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Clifford M Granger

4.7/10

Elementary School in Feeding Hills · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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6.2/10

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About Clifford M Granger

Clifford M Granger is a public elementary school in Feeding Hills, MA, part of Agawam. Clifford M Granger serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Clifford M Granger has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,417 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Clifford M Granger show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,290
Chronic Absenteeism28.6%

Clifford M Granger — Students at Clifford M Granger score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 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
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57.3%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
46.7%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
32.3%
ELA
50.7%
2022
Math
42.7%
ELA
38.7%
2023
Math
40.5%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
40.5%
2025
Math
40.5%
ELA
37%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Clifford M Granger Compares

See how Clifford M Granger performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
21th percentile in MA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

Location

31 So. Westfield Street, Feeding Hills, MA 01030

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clifford M Granger may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tatham (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby West Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland School (rated 9.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Powder Mill School (rated 7.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Feeding Hills, see our Feeding Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills 0.2 mi 4.4
Agawam High Agawam 1.8 mi 6.2
Tatham West Springfield 2.7 mi 9.1
William P. Sapelli Elementary Agawam 2.5 mi 3.1
James Clark School Agawam 2.8 mi 4.4
Agawam Early Childhood Center Agawam 2.6 mi 3.3
Mittineague West Springfield 3.3 mi 6.4
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL West Springfield 3.4 mi 4.4
Roberta G. Doering School Agawam 3.1 mi 4.4
Memorial West Springfield 3.4 mi 5.8
Munger Hill Westfield 3.5 mi 4.5
Benjamin J Phelps Agawam 3.3 mi 6.0
John R Fausey West Springfield 4.3 mi 7.7
West Springfield High West Springfield 4.3 mi 6.2
West Springfield Middle West Springfield 4.4 mi 4.3
Paper Mill Westfield 4.5 mi 6.4
Southwick Regional School Southwick 3.6 mi 6.3
Philip G Coburn West Springfield 4.1 mi 6.0
Woodland School Southwick 3.8 mi 9.0
Powder Mill School Southwick 3.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,485

Median Home Value

$315,900

Median Rent

$1,124/mo

Population

12,374

College Educated

33.9%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

46.5

Similar Schools

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Canterbury Worcester, MA 4.7
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Nantucket Intermediate School Nantucket, MA 4.7
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Needham, MA 4.7
ST MONICA SCHOOL Methuen, MA 4.7
Charles W Morey Lowell, MA 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clifford M Granger

What grades does Clifford M Granger serve?

Clifford M Granger serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Clifford M Granger?

Clifford M Granger has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clifford M Granger?

The student-teacher ratio at Clifford M Granger is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clifford M Granger rank in MA?

Clifford M Granger ranks #1,417 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Clifford M Granger's MySchoolScout rating?

Clifford M Granger has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Clifford M Granger?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clifford M Granger has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clifford M Granger a charter school?

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

Is Clifford M Granger a Title I school?

No, Clifford M Granger is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

District

Agawam
District Enrollment
3,504
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,290
District Rank
#3 of 8

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