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#970 of 1,793 schools in MA
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Plains Elementary
Elementary School · South Hadley
00 Lyman Street, South Hadley, MA 01075
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#970 of 1,793
In South Hadley
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
South Hadley
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Plains Elementary
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About Plains Elementary
Plains Elementary is a public elementary school in South Hadley, MA, part of South Hadley. Plains Elementary serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Plains Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #970 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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How Plains Elementary Compares
See how Plains Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
00 Lyman Street, South Hadley, MA 01075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plains Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E N White Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Holyoke), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bowie (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Chicopee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kelly Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Holyoke), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South Hadley, see our South Hadley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Hadley High South Hadley | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Mosier South Hadley | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Michael E. Smith Middle School South Hadley | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Fairview Elementary Chicopee | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School South Hadley | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE Holyoke | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Hampden Charter School of Science East Chicopee | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Chicopee Academy Chicopee | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Streiber Memorial School Chicopee | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Bowie Chicopee | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Kelly Elementary Holyoke | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Bellamy Middle Chicopee | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| E N White Elementary Holyoke | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jireh Swift New Bedford, MA | 6.1 |
| John Ashley West Springfield, MA | 6.1 |
| Oakdale Dedham, MA | 6.1 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTEE DAY SCHOOL Newton, MA | 6.1 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Boston, MA | 6.1 |
| Toy Town Elementary Winchendon, MA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plains Elementary
What grades does Plains Elementary serve?
Plains Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Plains Elementary?
Plains Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plains Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Plains Elementary is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plains Elementary rank in MA?
Plains Elementary ranks #970 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Plains Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Plains Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Plains Elementary a charter school?
No, Plains Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plains Elementary a Title I school?
No, Plains Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 265
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampshire County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (413) 538-5068
Resources & Links
District
South Hadley- District Enrollment
- 1,644
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,643
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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