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#1455 of 1,793 schools in MA

East Meadow

Elementary School · Granby

393 East State Street, Granby, MA 01033

Enrollment

402

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,455 of 1,793

In Granby

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Granby

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East Meadow

4.6/10

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

Granby JR SR High School

5.8/10

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8.1/10

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About East Meadow

East Meadow is a public elementary school in Granby, MA, part of Granby. East Meadow serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. East Meadow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,455 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for East Meadow show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below MA schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

East Meadow 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 Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-13.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,219
Chronic Absenteeism14.9%

East Meadow — Students at East Meadow score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.9% (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
65%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
43.4%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
43.8%
ELA
57.4%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
14.6%
ELA
32.6%
2022
Math
20.4%
ELA
26%
2023
Math
28.3%
ELA
36.3%
2024
Math
29.8%
ELA
34%
2025
Math
38.8%
ELA
34.5%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How East Meadow Compares

See how East Meadow performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
19th percentile in MA
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

Location

393 East State Street, Granby, MA 01033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Meadow may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crocker Farm Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bowie (rated 8.1/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Chicopee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harris Brook Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Ludlow), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Granby, see our Granby schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Granby Jr Sr High School Granby 0.1 mi 5.8
THE MACDUFFIE SCHOOL Granby 0.9 mi 8.1
AMHERST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Amherst 5.3 mi 6.1
Chestnut Hill Community School Belchertown 4.0 mi 6.4
Swift River Elementary Belchertown 4.1 mi 6.5
Belchertown High Belchertown 4.2 mi 6.2
Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst 5.8 mi 9.5
Mosier South Hadley 4.5 mi 3.7
Harris Brook Elementary School Ludlow 6.1 mi 6.8
Michael E. Smith Middle School South Hadley 4.6 mi 6.0
Plains Elementary South Hadley 5.0 mi 6.1
Jabish Middle School Belchertown 4.7 mi 6.9
Bowie Chicopee 5.8 mi 8.1
Cold Spring Belchertown 4.9 mi 5.0
Litwin Chicopee 6.5 mi 6.6
Ludlow Senior High Ludlow 6.6 mi 6.0
Chicopee Academy Chicopee 5.9 mi 4.6
THE HARTSBROOK SCHOOL Hadley 5.8 mi 7.4
Paul R Baird Middle Ludlow 6.6 mi 5.9
Hampden Charter School of Science East Chicopee 6.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,188

Median Home Value

$319,600

Population

6,088

College Educated

37.4%

Homeownership

94.6%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

47.9

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City View Worcester, MA 4.6
Daniel B Brunton Springfield, MA 4.6
Dighton Elementary Dighton, MA 4.6
Fairview Elementary Chicopee, MA 4.6
Highlands Danvers, MA 4.6
Memorial Early Childhood Center Middleboro, MA 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Meadow

What grades does East Meadow serve?

East Meadow serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend East Meadow?

East Meadow has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Meadow?

The student-teacher ratio at East Meadow is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Meadow rank in MA?

East Meadow ranks #1,455 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is East Meadow's MySchoolScout rating?

East Meadow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 East Meadow?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Meadow has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Meadow a charter school?

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

Is East Meadow a Title I school?

No, East Meadow is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Hampshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

District

Granby
District Enrollment
693
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,219
District Rank
#2 of 2

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