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#1323 of 1,793 schools in MA

Based on limited data

Cold Spring

Elementary School · Belchertown

57 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA 01007

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

189

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,323 of 1,793

In Belchertown

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Belchertown

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Cold Spring

5.0/10

Elementary School in Belchertown · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Jabish Middle School

6.9/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Swift River Elementary

6.5/10

0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Cold Spring

Cold Spring is a public elementary school in Belchertown, MA, part of Belchertown. Cold Spring serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cold Spring has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,323 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 189 students, Cold Spring 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.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.4Average49%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on MA state average
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement51%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,967
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Cold Spring Compares

See how Cold Spring performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

Location

57 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA 01007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cold Spring may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Street Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Ludlow), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harris Brook Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Ludlow), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Swift River Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belchertown, see our Belchertown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Jabish Middle School Belchertown 0.5 mi 6.9
Swift River Elementary Belchertown 0.9 mi 6.5
Belchertown High Belchertown 0.9 mi 6.2
Chestnut Hill Community School Belchertown 0.9 mi 6.4
THE MACDUFFIE SCHOOL Granby 4.0 mi 8.1
East Meadow Granby 4.9 mi 4.6
Pathfinder Vocational Technical Palmer 6.5 mi 7.4
Granby Jr Sr High School Granby 5.1 mi 5.8
Old Mill Pond Palmer 6.8 mi 6.1
Palmer High Palmer 6.8 mi 6.5
Paul R Baird Middle Ludlow 7.8 mi 5.9
Ludlow Senior High Ludlow 7.9 mi 6.0
Pelham Elementary Pelham 8.0 mi 5.5
East Street Elementary School Ludlow 8.6 mi 7.4
Harris Brook Elementary School Ludlow 8.2 mi 6.8
Ware Junior/Senior High School Ware 7.0 mi 4.4
Ware Middle School Ware 7.0 mi 5.8
Stanley M Koziol Elementary School Ware 7.0 mi 6.4
AMHERST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Amherst 7.7 mi 6.1
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Ludlow 8.9 mi 6.3

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bridge Street Northampton, MA 5.0
Leverett Elementary Leverett, MA 5.0
Lynn Woods Lynn, MA 5.0
Mark G Hoyle Elementary Swansea, MA 5.0
Mason Elementary School Roxbury, MA 5.0
North Grafton Elementary North Grafton, MA 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cold Spring

What grades does Cold Spring serve?

Cold Spring serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Cold Spring?

Cold Spring has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cold Spring?

The student-teacher ratio at Cold Spring is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cold Spring rank in MA?

Cold Spring ranks #1,323 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Cold Spring's MySchoolScout rating?

Cold Spring has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cold Spring a charter school?

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

Is Cold Spring a Title I school?

No, Cold Spring is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Hampshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

District

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

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