Excellent
#214 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 12% in state
Sunderland Elementary
Elementary School · Sunderland
1 Swampfield Drive, Sunderland, MA 01375
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts elementary schools
#134 of 1,022
School environment
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Sunderland Elementary
Sunderland Elementary is a public elementary school in Sunderland, MA, part of the Sunderland. The school serves approximately 183 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 88.1th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 42% proficiency in math, 1 points below the state average and 49% in reading/language arts, 4 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.1/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,442, where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 183 students, Sunderland Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Sunderland Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Sunderland Elementary — Students at Sunderland Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 66 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.6/10.
How Sunderland Elementary Compares
See how Sunderland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 52% (2019) to 37% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 42% (2022).
Location
1 Swampfield Drive, Sunderland, MA 01375
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunderland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crocker Farm Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wildwood Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Amherst), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Deerfield Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby South Deerfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sunderland, see our Sunderland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whately Elementary Whately | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Frontier Regional South Deerfield | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Deerfield Elementary South Deerfield | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Leverett Elementary Leverett | 4.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Smith Academy Hatfield | 6.1 mi | 6.6 |
| THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield | 6.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Hatfield Elementary Hatfield | 6.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Wildwood Elementary Amherst | 6.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Amherst Regional Middle School Amherst | 6.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Amherst Regional High Amherst | 6.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Conway Grammar Conway | 6.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Hadley Elementary Hadley | 7.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School Hadley | 7.6 mi | 8.5 |
| THE COMMON SCHOOL Amherst | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Fort River Elementary Amherst | 7.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Hopkins Academy Hadley | 8.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst | 8.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield | 8.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Turners Fall High Montague | 8.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Great Falls Middle Montague | 8.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,442
Median Home Value
$391,200
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
3,653
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
40.3%
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
34.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sunderland Elementary has a median household income of $61,442. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $391,200, with a median rent of $1,613/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hale Elementary School Roxbury, MA | 8.2 |
| Winthrop Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 8.2 |
| Hunnewell Wellesley, MA | 8.1 |
| LEARNING PROJECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boston, MA | 8.1 |
| WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newton, MA | 8.1 |
| West Zone Early Learning Center Jamaica Plain, MA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunderland Elementary
What grades does Sunderland Elementary serve?
Sunderland Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sunderland Elementary?
Sunderland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunderland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunderland Elementary is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunderland Elementary rank in MA?
Sunderland Elementary is ranked #214 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Sunderland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunderland Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sunderland Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sunderland Elementary has 41.7% math proficiency and 48.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sunderland Elementary a charter school?
No, Sunderland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunderland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sunderland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 183
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (413) 665-1151
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Sunderland- District Enrollment
- 183
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,910
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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