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#345 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 19% in state

Lanesborough Elementary

Elementary School · Mount Greylock

188 Summer Street, Lanesborough, MA 01237

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#345 of 1,793

In district

#1 of 3

Mount Greylock

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lanesborough Elementary

8.0/10

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

Robert T. Capeless Elementary School

6.3/10

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3.4/10

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About Lanesborough Elementary

Lanesborough Elementary is a public elementary school in Lanesborough, MA, part of Mount Greylock. Lanesborough Elementary serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Lanesborough Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #345 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Lanesborough Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Lanesborough Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+15.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,028
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

Lanesborough Elementary — Students at Lanesborough Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
45.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 78 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2018
Math
52.6%
ELA
61.8%
2019
Math
56.4%
ELA
62.6%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
66.4%
2022
Math
53.6%
ELA
48%
2023
Math
50.3%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
57.8%
ELA
50.5%
2025
Math
58%
ELA
49.5%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Lanesborough Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
81th percentile in MA
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

Location

188 Summer Street, Lanesborough, MA 01237

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lanesborough Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williams (rated 8.3/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Pittsfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Egremont (rated 8.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Pittsfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stearns (rated 7.8/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Pittsfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lanesborough, see our Lanesborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert T. Capeless Elementary School Pittsfield 3.0 mi 6.3
John T Reid Middle Pittsfield 3.4 mi 3.4
Allendale Pittsfield 3.7 mi 6.9
Craneville Dalton 3.5 mi 7.2
Morningside Community School Pittsfield 4.0 mi 4.1
ST AGNES ACADEMY Dalton 3.8 mi 5.9
Eagle Education Academy Pittsfield 4.5 mi 5.0
Pittsfield High Pittsfield 4.7 mi 7.3
Silvio O Conte Community Pittsfield 4.6 mi 3.4
Taconic High Pittsfield 4.5 mi 5.8
Egremont Pittsfield 5.2 mi 8.0
Williams Pittsfield 5.4 mi 8.3
Crosby Pittsfield 5.1 mi 6.4
Crosby Educational Academy Pittsfield 5.1 mi
Theodore Herberg Middle Pittsfield 5.5 mi 6.9
Wahconah Regional High Dalton 5.1 mi 8.0
Nessacus Regional Middle School Dalton 5.3 mi 7.5
Hancock Elementary Hancock 5.9 mi 4.4
Stearns Pittsfield 6.5 mi 7.8
Kittredge Hinsdale 7.2 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,419

Median Home Value

$278,100

Median Rent

$1,153/mo

Population

2,269

College Educated

43.3%

Homeownership

96%

Avg Commute

18.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

53.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lanesborough Elementary

What grades does Lanesborough Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Lanesborough Elementary?

Lanesborough Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lanesborough Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lanesborough Elementary is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lanesborough Elementary rank in MA?

Lanesborough Elementary ranks #345 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Lanesborough Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lanesborough Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Lanesborough Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lanesborough Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

Is Lanesborough Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lanesborough Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Berkshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

District

Mount Greylock
District Enrollment
1,213
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,028
District Rank
#1 of 3

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