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#1609 of 1,793 schools in MA

Greylock

Elementary School · North Adams

100 Phelps Avenue, North Adams, MA 01247

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,609 of 1,793

In North Adams

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

North Adams

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Greylock

4.1/10

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

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About Greylock

Greylock is a public elementary school in North Adams, MA, part of North Adams. Greylock serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Greylock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,609 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Greylock show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2024 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2024 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.5 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 MCAS)
vs. Expected+4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,321
Chronic Absenteeism25.6%

Greylock — Students at Greylock score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 39.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.3% (multi-year state average, 2018-2024)
ELA Proficiency 39.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2024)

Based on 86 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
47%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
40.8%
ELA
54.2%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
48.6%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
34.4%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
20.4%
2023
Math
28.3%
ELA
23.3%
2024
Math
34.5%
ELA
20%

* 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: 1.8/10.

How Greylock Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
10th percentile in MA
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.6%

Location

100 Phelps Avenue, North Adams, MA 01247

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greylock may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Colegrove Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINE COBBLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Williamstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abbott Memorial (rated 6.2/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Florida), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Adams, see our North Adams schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Brayton North Adams 1.0 mi 4.5
Williamstown Elementary Williamstown 2.5 mi 6.1
Colegrove Park Elementary North Adams 2.4 mi 7.8
PINE COBBLE SCHOOL Williamstown 2.6 mi 7.5
Clarksburg Elementary Clarksburg 3.0 mi 4.8
BUXTON SCHOOL Williamstown 2.9 mi 6.8
Charles McCann Vocational Technical North Adams 3.6 mi 5.0
Drury High North Adams 3.6 mi 4.6
ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA SCHOOL Adams 5.5 mi 4.6
Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School Adams 5.7 mi 5.8
Hoosac Valley Elementary School Adams 5.7 mi 2.9
Mt Greylock Regional High Williamstown 4.7 mi 7.4
Stamford Elementary School Stramford 6.0 mi 4.3
Hoosac Valley High School Cheshire 7.4 mi 3.3
Hoosac Valley Middle School Cheshire 7.4 mi 5.1
Abbott Memorial Florida 6.0 mi 6.2
Pownal Elementary School Pownal 7.8 mi 5.8
Hancock Elementary Hancock 11.1 mi 4.4
Bennington Elementary School Bennington 12.8 mi 5.5
THE SCHOOL OF SACRED HEART ST FRANCIS DE SALES Bennington 12.9 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,544

Median Home Value

$190,600

Median Rent

$786/mo

Population

14,967

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

58.1%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

44.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greylock

What grades does Greylock serve?

Greylock serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Greylock?

Greylock has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greylock?

The student-teacher ratio at Greylock is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greylock rank in MA?

Greylock ranks #1,609 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Greylock's MySchoolScout rating?

Greylock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Greylock?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greylock has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Greylock a charter school?

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

Is Greylock a Title I school?

No, Greylock is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Berkshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.6%

District

North Adams
District Enrollment
1,207
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,321
District Rank
#4 of 4

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