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Pelham Elementary
Elementary School · Pelham
45 Amherst Rd, Pelham, MA 01002
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,188 of 1,793
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Pelham Elementary
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About Pelham Elementary
Pelham Elementary is a public elementary school in Pelham, MA, part of Pelham. Pelham Elementary serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pelham Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,188 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Pelham Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, Pelham Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Pelham Elementary — Students at Pelham Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 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: 4.2/10.
How Pelham Elementary Compares
See how Pelham Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
45 Amherst Rd, Pelham, MA 01002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pelham Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crocker Farm Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wildwood Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shutesbury Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Shutesbury), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pelham, see our Pelham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fort River Elementary Amherst | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Amherst Regional Middle School Amherst | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Amherst Regional High Amherst | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Wildwood Elementary Amherst | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| THE COMMON SCHOOL Amherst | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst | 3.3 mi | 9.5 |
| AMHERST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Amherst | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Shutesbury Elementary Shutesbury | 5.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Leverett Elementary Leverett | 6.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School Hadley | 4.9 mi | 8.9 |
| THE HARTSBROOK SCHOOL Hadley | 6.0 mi | 7.4 |
| THE MACDUFFIE SCHOOL Granby | 7.5 mi | 8.1 |
| East Meadow Granby | 7.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Granby Jr Sr High School Granby | 7.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Hadley Elementary Hadley | 6.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Chestnut Hill Community School Belchertown | 8.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Swift River Elementary Belchertown | 8.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Belchertown High Belchertown | 8.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Cold Spring Belchertown | 8.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Hopkins Academy Hadley | 6.8 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,411
Median Home Value
$449,000
Median Rent
$1,561/mo
Population
24,726
College Educated
73.9%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
27
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|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Taunton, MA | 5.5 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chicopee, MA | 5.5 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lowell, MA | 5.4 |
| Donald Ross Braintree, MA | 5.6 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weymouth, MA | 5.4 |
| John F Kennedy Elementary Blackstone, MA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pelham Elementary
What grades does Pelham Elementary serve?
Pelham Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Pelham Elementary?
Pelham Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pelham Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pelham Elementary is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pelham Elementary rank in MA?
Pelham Elementary ranks #1,188 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Pelham Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pelham Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Pelham Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pelham Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pelham Elementary a charter school?
No, Pelham Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pelham Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pelham Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Hampshire County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.2%
- Phone
- (413) 362-1100
Resources & Links
District
Pelham- District Enrollment
- 129
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,679
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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