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#882 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 49% in state
Sheffield Elementary School
Elementary School · Gill-Montague
43 Crocker Avenue, Turners Falls, MA 01376
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
2nd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#882 of 1,793
In Turners Falls
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Gill-Montague
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Sheffield Elementary School
Elementary School in Turners Falls · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sheffield Elementary School
Sheffield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Turners Falls, MA, part of Gill-Montague. Sheffield Elementary School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheffield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #882 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Sheffield Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sheffield Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Sheffield Elementary School — Students at Sheffield Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
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: 7.5/10.
How Sheffield Elementary School Compares
See how Sheffield Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
43 Crocker Avenue, Turners Falls, MA 01376
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheffield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gill Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Gill), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bernardston Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Bernardston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hillcrest Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Turners Falls, see our Turners Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Elementary School Turners Falls | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| FOUR WINDS SCHOOL Gill | 1.0 mi | — |
| Turners Fall High Montague | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Great Falls Middle Montague | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| GREENFIELD CENTER SCHOOL Greenfield | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL Greenfield | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Franklin County Technical Turners Falls | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Greenfield Middle Greenfield | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Federal Street School Greenfield | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| The Academy of Early Learning at North Parish Greenfield | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Newton School Greenfield | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Four Rivers Charter Public School Greenfield | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Bernardston Elementary Bernardston | 4.6 mi | 7.3 |
| THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield | 4.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Erving Elementary Erving | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Gill Elementary Gill | 4.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Pioneer Valley Regional Northfield | 6.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,857
Median Home Value
$237,800
Median Rent
$1,147/mo
Population
5,032
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
53.3%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
45
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrew B. Cushman School Dartmouth, MA | 6.3 |
| Hatherly Elementary Scituate, MA | 6.3 |
| Heard Street Worcester, MA | 6.3 |
| Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton, MA | 6.3 |
| KINGSLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boston, MA | 6.3 |
| Robert T. Capeless Elementary School Pittsfield, MA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheffield Elementary School
What grades does Sheffield Elementary School serve?
Sheffield Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.
How many students attend Sheffield Elementary School?
Sheffield Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheffield Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheffield Elementary School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sheffield Elementary School rank in MA?
Sheffield Elementary School ranks #882 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Sheffield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sheffield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Sheffield Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheffield Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sheffield Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sheffield Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sheffield Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sheffield Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (413) 863-9326
Resources & Links
District
Gill-Montague- District Enrollment
- 902
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,170
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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