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Mosier

Elementary School · South Hadley

101 Mosier Street, South Hadley, MA 01075

Enrollment

360

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

3.7

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,681 of 1,793

In South Hadley

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

South Hadley

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Mosier

3.7/10

Elementary School in South Hadley · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Michael E. Smith Middle School

6.0/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Plains Elementary

6.1/10

1.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Mosier

Mosier is a public elementary school in South Hadley, MA, part of South Hadley. Mosier serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mosier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,681 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Mosier show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-13.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-16.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,643
Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

Mosier — Students at Mosier score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 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
62%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
57.3%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
52.3%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
50.3%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
35.7%
2023
Math
38.5%
ELA
41.5%
2024
Math
44.5%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
29%
ELA
31.5%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Mosier Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
6th percentile in MA
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

Location

101 Mosier Street, South Hadley, MA 01075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mosier may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E N White Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Holyoke), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bowie (rated 8.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Chicopee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kelly Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Holyoke), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Hadley, see our South Hadley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Michael E. Smith Middle School South Hadley 0.1 mi 6.0
Plains Elementary South Hadley 1.2 mi 6.1
South Hadley High South Hadley 1.3 mi 6.3
Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School South Hadley 1.2 mi 3.9
Fairview Elementary Chicopee 2.6 mi 4.6
MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke 2.8 mi 6.3
NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE Holyoke 2.9 mi 7.3
Kelly Elementary Holyoke 3.2 mi 6.7
Hampden Charter School of Science East Chicopee 3.4 mi 7.0
Chicopee Academy Chicopee 3.3 mi 4.6
Bowie Chicopee 3.4 mi 8.1
Streiber Memorial School Chicopee 3.5 mi 6.5
LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke 3.3 mi 6.0
SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke 3.3 mi 7.7
E N White Elementary Holyoke 2.9 mi 8.2
Bellamy Middle Chicopee 3.8 mi 5.4
H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke 3.5 mi 6.7
Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke 3.8 mi 6.5
Holyoke High Holyoke 3.9 mi 5.3
Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee 4.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,646

Median Home Value

$324,800

Median Rent

$1,264/mo

Population

17,410

College Educated

50.2%

Homeownership

76.9%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

43.6

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Irwin M. Jacobs Elementary School New Bedford, MA 3.7
John B Devalles New Bedford, MA 3.7
Margaret L Donovan Randolph, MA 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mosier

What grades does Mosier serve?

Mosier serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend Mosier?

Mosier has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mosier?

The student-teacher ratio at Mosier is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mosier rank in MA?

Mosier ranks #1,681 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Mosier's MySchoolScout rating?

Mosier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Mosier?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mosier has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mosier a charter school?

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

Is Mosier a Title I school?

No, Mosier is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

District

South Hadley
District Enrollment
1,644
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,643
District Rank
#4 of 4

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