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#348 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 19% in state

Leeds

Elementary School · Northampton

20 Florence Street, Leeds, MA 01053

Enrollment

278

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#348 of 1,793

In district

#3 of 6

Northampton

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Leeds

8.0/10

Elementary School in Leeds · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

John F Kennedy Middle School

6.1/10

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4.4/10

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About Leeds

Leeds is a public elementary school in Leeds, MA, part of Northampton. Leeds serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Leeds has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #348 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Leeds show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.3
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9:1 students to teachers, Leeds sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-2.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.1 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,713
Chronic Absenteeism15.5%

Leeds — Students at Leeds score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
32%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
46.3%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
45.3%
ELA
54.8%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
60.3%
2022
Math
41.8%
ELA
50%
2023
Math
35%
ELA
43.3%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
48.7%
2025
Math
39.3%
ELA
58.7%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Leeds Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
81th percentile in MA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

Location

20 Florence Street, Leeds, MA 01053

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leeds may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anne T. Dunphy School (rated 9.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Williamsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jackson Street (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Northampton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School (rated 7.2/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Easthampton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Leeds, see our Leeds schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
John F Kennedy Middle School Florence 1.2 mi 6.1
R. K. Finn Ryan Road Florence 2.4 mi 4.4
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High Northampton 2.6 mi 5.6
Anne T. Dunphy School Williamsburg 3.2 mi 9.4
Northampton High Northampton 3.0 mi 8.2
Jackson Street Northampton 2.9 mi 8.0
LANDER GRINSPOON ACADEMY - SOLOMON SCHECHTER Northampton 3.3 mi 6.4
CLARKE SCHOOLS FOR HEARING AND SPEECH Northampton 3.6 mi
CAMPUS SCHOOL OF SMITH COLLEGE Northampton 3.8 mi 5.7
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHAMPTON Northampton 3.8 mi 5.8
Westhampton Elementary School Westhampton 4.2 mi 4.6
Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School Easthampton 4.9 mi 7.2
Bridge Street Northampton 4.2 mi 5.0
CUTCHINS PROGRAM Northampton 4.4 mi
Hampshire Regional High Westhampton 5.1 mi 6.9
THE WILLISTON NORTHAMPTON SCHOOL Easthampton 6.0 mi 5.8
Easthampton High Easthampton 6.5 mi 4.8
Hatfield Elementary Hatfield 5.1 mi 4.4
Smith Academy Hatfield 5.2 mi 6.1
Mountain View School Easthampton 6.9 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,646

Median Home Value

$345,600

Median Rent

$1,677/mo

Population

2,033

College Educated

53.7%

Homeownership

76.7%

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

54.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Egremont Pittsfield, MA 8.0
Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis, MA 8.0
Jackson Street Northampton, MA 8.0
Lanesborough Elementary Lanesborough, MA 8.0
Mary Lee Burbank Belmont, MA 8.0
North Falmouth Elementary North Falmouth, MA 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leeds

What grades does Leeds serve?

Leeds serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Leeds?

Leeds has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leeds?

The student-teacher ratio at Leeds is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leeds rank in MA?

Leeds ranks #348 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Leeds's MySchoolScout rating?

Leeds 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 Leeds?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leeds has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Leeds a charter school?

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

Is Leeds a Title I school?

No, Leeds is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hampshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

District

Northampton
District Enrollment
2,495
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,713
District Rank
#3 of 6

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