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#556 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 31% in state

Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School

Elementary School · Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public (District)

1 Industrial Parkway, Easthampton, MA 01027

Charter

Enrollment

218

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#556 of 1,793

In Easthampton

#1 of 3

public schools

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Easthampton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School

Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School is a public elementary school in Easthampton, MA, part of Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public (District). Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #556 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,309
Chronic Absenteeism12.8%

Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School — Students at Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 130 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
67%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
55.4%
ELA
61.3%
2019
Math
53.9%
ELA
65.7%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
63.1%
2022
Math
50.7%
ELA
51.7%
2023
Math
57.8%
ELA
53.8%
2024
Math
45.8%
ELA
39.7%
2025
Math
51.7%
ELA
51.8%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School Compares

See how Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
69th percentile in MA
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

Location

1 Industrial Parkway, Easthampton, MA 01027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E N White Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Holyoke), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jackson Street (rated 8.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Northampton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Leeds (rated 8.0/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Leeds), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Easthampton, see our Easthampton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
THE WILLISTON NORTHAMPTON SCHOOL Easthampton 1.5 mi 5.8
Easthampton High Easthampton 1.9 mi 4.8
Mountain View School Easthampton 2.3 mi 5.0
Northampton High Northampton 2.7 mi 8.2
CLARKE SCHOOLS FOR HEARING AND SPEECH Northampton 2.7 mi
CAMPUS SCHOOL OF SMITH COLLEGE Northampton 2.7 mi 5.7
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High Northampton 3.1 mi 5.6
R. K. Finn Ryan Road Florence 2.7 mi 4.4
LANDER GRINSPOON ACADEMY - SOLOMON SCHECHTER Northampton 3.1 mi 6.4
Bridge Street Northampton 3.1 mi 5.0
CUTCHINS PROGRAM Northampton 3.0 mi
Jackson Street Northampton 3.4 mi 8.0
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHAMPTON Northampton 3.6 mi 5.8
John F Kennedy Middle School Florence 4.1 mi 6.1
E N White Elementary Holyoke 4.6 mi 8.2
Leeds Leeds 4.9 mi 8.0
Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School South Hadley 4.4 mi 3.9
William E Norris Southampton 4.5 mi 7.4
Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary Holyoke 5.7 mi 5.0
Hopkins Academy Hadley 5.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,657

Median Home Value

$348,300

Median Rent

$1,195/mo

Population

17,678

College Educated

41.5%

Homeownership

62.4%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

47.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School

What grades does Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School serve?

Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School?

Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School rank in MA?

Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School ranks #556 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School a charter school?

Yes, Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School a Title I school?

No, Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Hampshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

District

Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public (District)
District Enrollment
218
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,309
District Rank
#1 of 1

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