Excellent
#144 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 8% in state
Sunderland Elementary
Elementary School · Sunderland
1 Swampfield Drive, Sunderland, MA 01375
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#144 of 1,793
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Sunderland Elementary
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About Sunderland Elementary
Sunderland Elementary is a public elementary school in Sunderland, MA, part of Sunderland. Sunderland Elementary serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunderland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #144 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Sunderland Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 183 students, Sunderland Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Sunderland Elementary 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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Sunderland Elementary — Students at Sunderland Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 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: 8.8/10.
How Sunderland Elementary Compares
See how Sunderland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 9.5/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wildwood Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Amherst), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fort River Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Amherst), 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 | 6.7 |
| Frontier Regional South Deerfield | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Deerfield Elementary South Deerfield | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Leverett Elementary Leverett | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Smith Academy Hatfield | 6.1 mi | 6.1 |
| THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield | 6.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Hatfield Elementary Hatfield | 6.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Wildwood Elementary Amherst | 6.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Amherst Regional Middle School Amherst | 6.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Amherst Regional High Amherst | 6.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Conway Grammar Conway | 6.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Hadley Elementary Hadley | 7.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School Hadley | 7.6 mi | 8.9 |
| THE COMMON SCHOOL Amherst | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Fort River Elementary Amherst | 7.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Hopkins Academy Hadley | 8.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst | 8.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield | 8.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Turners Fall High Montague | 8.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Great Falls Middle Montague | 8.8 mi | 5.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury, MA | 8.8 |
| Chatham Elementary School Chatham, MA | 8.9 |
| Grew Elementary School Hyde Park, MA | 8.9 |
| Berlin Memorial School Berlin, MA | 8.7 |
| Center Mattapoisett, MA | 8.7 |
| Hunnewell Wellesley, MA | 9.0 |
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 ranks #144 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Sunderland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunderland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Sunderland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunderland Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (413) 665-1151
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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