Very Good
#465 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 26% in state
Deerfield Elementary
Elementary School · Deerfield
21 Pleasant Street, South Deerfield, MA 01373
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#465 of 1,793
In South Deerfield
#1 of 2
public schools
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Deerfield Elementary
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About Deerfield Elementary
Deerfield Elementary is a public elementary school in South Deerfield, MA, part of Deerfield. Deerfield Elementary serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Deerfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #465 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Deerfield Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Deerfield Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Deerfield Elementary — Students at Deerfield Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
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: 7.0/10.
How Deerfield Elementary Compares
See how Deerfield Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
21 Pleasant Street, South Deerfield, MA 01373
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deerfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunderland Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Sunderland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillcrest Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Turners Falls), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Conway Grammar (rated 6.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Conway), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Deerfield, see our South Deerfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Frontier Regional South Deerfield | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Whately Elementary Whately | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Sunderland Elementary Sunderland | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield | 4.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Conway Grammar Conway | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Newton School Greenfield | 7.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Smith Academy Hatfield | 7.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield | 7.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Federal Street School Greenfield | 7.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Hatfield Elementary Hatfield | 7.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Leverett Elementary Leverett | 5.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Greenfield Middle Greenfield | 7.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Four Rivers Charter Public School Greenfield | 8.0 mi | 7.5 |
| The Academy of Early Learning at North Parish Greenfield | 8.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield | 8.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Turners Fall High Montague | 8.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Great Falls Middle Montague | 8.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Hillcrest Elementary School Turners Falls | 8.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield | 8.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Sheffield Elementary School Turners Falls | 8.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,578
Median Home Value
$387,500
Median Rent
$1,351/mo
Population
4,784
College Educated
41.6%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
53.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont, MA | 7.5 |
| Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem, MA | 7.5 |
| Elias Brookings Springfield, MA | 7.5 |
| FAYERWEATHER STREET SCHOOL Cambridge, MA | 7.5 |
| Freetown Elementary School East Freetown, MA | 7.5 |
| Hadley Elementary Hadley, MA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deerfield Elementary
What grades does Deerfield Elementary serve?
Deerfield Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Deerfield Elementary?
Deerfield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deerfield Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Deerfield Elementary is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deerfield Elementary rank in MA?
Deerfield Elementary ranks #465 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Deerfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Deerfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Deerfield Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deerfield Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Deerfield Elementary a charter school?
No, Deerfield Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deerfield Elementary a Title I school?
No, Deerfield Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (413) 665-1131
Resources & Links
District
Deerfield- District Enrollment
- 313
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,741
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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