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Silvio O Conte Community

Elementary School · Pittsfield

200 West Union Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,720 of 1,793

In Pittsfield

#13 of 13

public schools

In district

#13 of 13

Pittsfield

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Silvio O Conte Community

3.4/10

Elementary School in Pittsfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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6.4/10

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About Silvio O Conte Community

Silvio O Conte Community is a public elementary school in Pittsfield, MA, part of Pittsfield. Silvio O Conte Community serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Silvio O Conte Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,720 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Silvio O Conte Community show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.4
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Silvio O Conte Community sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

51% of students at Silvio O Conte Community were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-34.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.6 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,189
Chronic Absenteeism50.6%

Silvio O Conte Community — Students at Silvio O Conte Community score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
47%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
19.3%
ELA
34.3%
2019
Math
22.5%
ELA
33.8%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
6.9%
ELA
24.5%
2022
Math
6.4%
ELA
17.3%
2023
Math
10%
ELA
15.3%
2024
Math
11%
ELA
11.7%
2025
Math
7.3%
ELA
15%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Silvio O Conte Community Compares

See how Silvio O Conte Community performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
4th percentile in MA
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.6%

Location

200 West Union Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Silvio O Conte Community may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williams (rated 8.3/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Egremont (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lanesborough Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Lanesborough), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pittsfield, see our Pittsfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Taconic High Pittsfield 0.4 mi 5.8
Crosby Pittsfield 0.5 mi 6.4
Crosby Educational Academy Pittsfield 0.5 mi
Eagle Education Academy Pittsfield 0.9 mi 5.0
Pittsfield High Pittsfield 1.2 mi 7.3
Morningside Community School Pittsfield 1.2 mi 4.1
Robert T. Capeless Elementary School Pittsfield 1.8 mi 6.3
John T Reid Middle Pittsfield 1.5 mi 3.4
Theodore Herberg Middle Pittsfield 2.0 mi 6.9
Stearns Pittsfield 2.1 mi 7.8
Egremont Pittsfield 2.4 mi 8.0
Allendale Pittsfield 2.4 mi 6.9
Williams Pittsfield 3.4 mi 8.3
HILLCREST EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Lenox 4.3 mi 6.5
HIGH POINT SCHOOL Lenox 4.3 mi 7.3
Lanesborough Elementary Lanesborough 4.6 mi 8.0
Craneville Dalton 4.9 mi 7.2
ST AGNES ACADEMY Dalton 5.2 mi 5.9
Morris Lenox 7.1 mi 7.5
Lenox Memorial High Lenox 7.2 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,879

Median Home Value

$236,500

Median Rent

$1,098/mo

Population

45,072

College Educated

34.1%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Silvio O Conte Community

What grades does Silvio O Conte Community serve?

Silvio O Conte Community serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Silvio O Conte Community?

Silvio O Conte Community has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Silvio O Conte Community?

The student-teacher ratio at Silvio O Conte Community is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Silvio O Conte Community rank in MA?

Silvio O Conte Community ranks #1,720 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Silvio O Conte Community's MySchoolScout rating?

Silvio O Conte Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Silvio O Conte Community?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Silvio O Conte Community has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Silvio O Conte Community a charter school?

No, Silvio O Conte Community is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Silvio O Conte Community a Title I school?

No, Silvio O Conte Community is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Berkshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.6%

District

Pittsfield
District Enrollment
4,876
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,189
District Rank
#13 of 13

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