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#196 of 388 private schools in MA

Greenfield Center School

Elementary School

739 BERNARDSTON RD, Greenfield, MA 01301

Private

Enrollment

90

Student-Teacher

6.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#196 of 388

In Greenfield

#2 of 2

public schools

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Greenfield Center School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Greenfield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Greenfield Center School

Greenfield Center School is a private elementary school in Greenfield, MA. Greenfield Center School serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenfield Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #196 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 90 students, Greenfield Center School 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 6.1:1 students to teachers, Greenfield Center School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Greenfield Center School 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 Greenfield Center School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Greenfield, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
This School
vs
12:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
90
This School
vs
349
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.2% vs 0%
Black 7.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.4% vs 0%
Asian 2.2% vs 0%
Greenfield Center School Greenfield Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Greenfield Center School (this school) 6.3
Discovery School at Four Corners 6.5
Greenfield High 4.5
Greenfield Middle 5.8
The Academy of Early Learning at North Parish 5.5
Federal Street School 5.7
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School 4.4
Four Rivers Charter Public School 7.5
Newton School 5.2

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)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,188
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 31%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Enrollment 90
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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 82.2%
Black 7.8%
Hispanic 4.4%
Two or More 3.3%
Asian 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

739 BERNARDSTON RD, Greenfield, MA 01301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenfield Center School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gill Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Gill), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bernardston Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Bernardston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hillcrest Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Turners Falls), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Greenfield, see our Greenfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL Greenfield 0.7 mi 8.0
Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield 1.0 mi 6.5
Greenfield High Greenfield 1.4 mi 4.5
Sheffield Elementary School Turners Falls 1.6 mi 6.3
Hillcrest Elementary School Turners Falls 1.8 mi 7.0
Greenfield Middle Greenfield 1.9 mi 5.8
FOUR WINDS SCHOOL Gill 1.7 mi
Federal Street School Greenfield 2.2 mi 5.7
The Academy of Early Learning at North Parish Greenfield 2.1 mi 5.5
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield 2.5 mi 4.4
Turners Fall High Montague 2.7 mi 4.5
Great Falls Middle Montague 2.7 mi 5.4
Bernardston Elementary Bernardston 3.3 mi 7.3
Newton School Greenfield 3.1 mi 5.2
Four Rivers Charter Public School Greenfield 2.8 mi 7.5
Franklin County Technical Turners Falls 3.1 mi 6.7
THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield 5.1 mi 8.2
Gill Elementary Gill 4.5 mi 9.4
Erving Elementary Erving 5.0 mi 7.0
Pioneer Valley Regional Northfield 6.4 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,347

Median Home Value

$253,800

Median Rent

$1,098/mo

Population

17,876

College Educated

38%

Homeownership

54.9%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenfield Center School

What grades does Greenfield Center School serve?

Greenfield Center School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Greenfield Center School?

Greenfield Center School has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenfield Center School?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenfield Center School is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Greenfield Center School rank in MA?

Greenfield Center School ranks #196 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Greenfield Center School's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenfield Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Greenfield Center School a private school?

Yes, Greenfield Center School 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 Greenfield Center School a religious school?

No, Greenfield Center School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
90
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Franklin County

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