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#468 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 26% in state

Hadley Elementary

Elementary School · Hadley

21 River Drive, Hadley, MA 01035

Enrollment

292

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#468 of 1,793

In Hadley

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Hadley

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Hadley Elementary

7.5/10

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

Hopkins Academy

7.5/10

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4.4/10

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About Hadley Elementary

Hadley Elementary is a public elementary school in Hadley, MA, part of Hadley. Hadley Elementary serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hadley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #468 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Hadley Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.4 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,889
Chronic Absenteeism12.3%

Hadley Elementary — Students at Hadley Elementary score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.3% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
51.6%
ELA
58.4%
2019
Math
55.2%
ELA
53.4%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
54.2%
ELA
62.8%
2022
Math
54.4%
ELA
42.8%
2023
Math
46%
ELA
49.5%
2024
Math
46%
ELA
43.8%
2025
Math
52.5%
ELA
53%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Hadley Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in MA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

Location

21 River Drive, Hadley, MA 01035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hadley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crocker Farm Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wildwood Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jackson Street (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Northampton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hadley, see our Hadley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Hopkins Academy Hadley 0.8 mi 7.5
Hatfield Elementary Hatfield 1.4 mi 4.4
Smith Academy Hatfield 1.8 mi 6.1
Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School Hadley 1.4 mi 8.9
THE HARTSBROOK SCHOOL Hadley 2.0 mi 7.4
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHAMPTON Northampton 2.5 mi 5.8
CUTCHINS PROGRAM Northampton 2.9 mi
Bridge Street Northampton 2.9 mi 5.0
CAMPUS SCHOOL OF SMITH COLLEGE Northampton 3.3 mi 5.7
LANDER GRINSPOON ACADEMY - SOLOMON SCHECHTER Northampton 3.2 mi 6.4
CLARKE SCHOOLS FOR HEARING AND SPEECH Northampton 3.4 mi
Jackson Street Northampton 3.3 mi 8.0
THE COMMON SCHOOL Amherst 3.3 mi 6.4
Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst 3.5 mi 9.5
AMHERST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Amherst 3.6 mi 6.1
Northampton High Northampton 3.8 mi 8.2
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High Northampton 3.8 mi 5.6
Amherst Regional High Amherst 4.2 mi 8.0
Wildwood Elementary Amherst 4.5 mi 8.6
Amherst Regional Middle School Amherst 4.5 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,580

Median Home Value

$453,300

Median Rent

$1,682/mo

Population

5,299

College Educated

63.2%

Homeownership

74.3%

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

47.5

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
Deerfield Elementary South Deerfield, MA 7.5
Elias Brookings Springfield, MA 7.5
FAYERWEATHER STREET SCHOOL Cambridge, MA 7.5
Freetown Elementary School East Freetown, MA 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hadley Elementary

What grades does Hadley Elementary serve?

Hadley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Hadley Elementary?

Hadley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hadley Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hadley Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hadley Elementary rank in MA?

Hadley Elementary ranks #468 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Hadley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hadley 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 Hadley Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hadley Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hadley Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Hadley Elementary a Title I school?

No, Hadley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Hampshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

District

Hadley
District Enrollment
503
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,889
District Rank
#2 of 2

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