Below Average
#1539 of 1,793 schools in MA
R. K. Finn Ryan Road
Elementary School · Northampton
498 Ryan Rd, Florence, MA 01062
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,539 of 1,793
In Florence
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Northampton
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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R. K. Finn Ryan Road
Elementary School in Florence · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
John F Kennedy Middle School
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2.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About R. K. Finn Ryan Road
R. K. Finn Ryan Road is a public elementary school in Florence, MA, part of Northampton.
R. K. Finn Ryan Road serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio.
R. K. Finn Ryan Road has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,539 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for R. K. Finn Ryan Road show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, R. K. Finn Ryan Road sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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R. K. Finn Ryan Road — Students at R. K. Finn Ryan Road score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 3.1/10.
How R. K. Finn Ryan Road Compares
See how R. K. Finn Ryan Road performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
498 Ryan Rd, Florence, MA 01062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R. K. Finn Ryan Road may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anne T. Dunphy School (rated 9.4/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Williamsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Leeds (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Leeds), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jackson Street (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Northampton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Florence, see our Florence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Middle School Florence | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Leeds Leeds | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Smith Vocational and Agricultural High Northampton | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Northampton High Northampton | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School Easthampton | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Jackson Street Northampton | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| LANDER GRINSPOON ACADEMY - SOLOMON SCHECHTER Northampton | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| CLARKE SCHOOLS FOR HEARING AND SPEECH Northampton | 2.8 mi | — |
| THE WILLISTON NORTHAMPTON SCHOOL Easthampton | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CAMPUS SCHOOL OF SMITH COLLEGE Northampton | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Easthampton High Easthampton | 4.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Mountain View School Easthampton | 4.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Bridge Street Northampton | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHAMPTON Northampton | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CUTCHINS PROGRAM Northampton | 3.6 mi | — |
| Westhampton Elementary School Westhampton | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Hampshire Regional High Westhampton | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| William E Norris Southampton | 5.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Anne T. Dunphy School Williamsburg | 5.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Hopkins Academy Hadley | 5.5 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,800
Median Home Value
$389,000
Median Rent
$1,016/mo
Population
9,188
College Educated
51.9%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
50.6
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|---|---|
| Betsey B Winslow New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
| Buckland-Shelburne Regional Shelburne Falls, MA | 4.4 |
| Gardner Swansea, MA | 4.4 |
| Hatfield Elementary Hatfield, MA | 4.4 |
| James B Congdon New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
| James Clark School Agawam, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R. K. Finn Ryan Road
What grades does R. K. Finn Ryan Road serve?
R. K. Finn Ryan Road serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend R. K. Finn Ryan Road?
R. K. Finn Ryan Road has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R. K. Finn Ryan Road?
The student-teacher ratio at R. K. Finn Ryan Road 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 R. K. Finn Ryan Road rank in MA?
R. K. Finn Ryan Road ranks #1,539 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is R. K. Finn Ryan Road's MySchoolScout rating?
R. K. Finn Ryan Road has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 R. K. Finn Ryan Road?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R. K. Finn Ryan Road has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is R. K. Finn Ryan Road a charter school?
No, R. K. Finn Ryan Road is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R. K. Finn Ryan Road a Title I school?
No, R. K. Finn Ryan Road is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 233
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hampshire County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (413) 587-1550
Resources & Links
District
Northampton- District Enrollment
- 2,495
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,713
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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