Below Average
#1517 of 1,793 schools in MA
James Clark School
Elementary School · Agawam
65 Oxford Street, Agawam, MA 01001
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,517 of 1,793
In Agawam
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Agawam
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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James Clark School
Elementary School in Agawam · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About James Clark School
James Clark School is a public elementary school in Agawam, MA, part of Agawam. James Clark School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. James Clark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,517 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for James Clark School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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James Clark School — Students at James Clark School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.5/10.
How James Clark School Compares
See how James Clark School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
65 Oxford Street, Agawam, MA 01001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Clark School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tatham (rated 9.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby West Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Center (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Longmeadow), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mittineague (rated 6.4/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby West Springfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Agawam, see our Agawam schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Agawam Early Childhood Center Agawam | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Benjamin J Phelps Agawam | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Agawam High Agawam | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Roberta G. Doering School Agawam | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| William P. Sapelli Elementary Agawam | 3.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Center Longmeadow | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Clifford M Granger Feeding Hills | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Memorial West Springfield | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARY'S ACADEMY Longmeadow | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| WILLIE ROSS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Longmeadow | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Mittineague West Springfield | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL West Springfield | 4.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Hampden Charter School of Science West West Springfield | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MAY CTR SCHOOL FOR AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DIS West Springfield | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Philip G Coburn West Springfield | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| SUFFIELD ACADEMY Suffield | 4.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Tatham West Springfield | 4.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Williams Middle Longmeadow | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ST BERNARD SCHOOL Enfield | 4.4 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,924
Median Home Value
$270,300
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
Population
16,136
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Betsey B Winslow New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
| Buckland-Shelburne Regional Shelburne Falls, MA | 4.4 |
| Gardner Swansea, MA | 4.4 |
| Hatfield Elementary Hatfield, MA | 4.4 |
| James B Congdon New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
| John Avery Parker New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Clark School
What grades does James Clark School serve?
James Clark School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend James Clark School?
James Clark School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Clark School?
The student-teacher ratio at James Clark School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Clark School rank in MA?
James Clark School ranks #1,517 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is James Clark School's MySchoolScout rating?
James Clark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 James Clark School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Clark School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is James Clark School a charter school?
No, James Clark School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Clark School a Title I school?
No, James Clark School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (413) 821-0576
Resources & Links
District
Agawam- District Enrollment
- 3,504
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,290
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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