Average
#753 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 42% in state
Whately Elementary
Elementary School · Whately
273 Long Plain Rd., Whately, MA 01093
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#753 of 1,793
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Whately Elementary
Whately Elementary is a public elementary school in Whately, MA, part of Whately. Whately Elementary serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Whately Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #753 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Whately Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Whately 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Whately Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Whately Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Whately Elementary — Students at Whately Elementary score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
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: 5.1/10.
How Whately Elementary Compares
See how Whately Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
273 Long Plain Rd., Whately, MA 01093
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whately Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunderland Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Sunderland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wildwood Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jackson Street (rated 8.0/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Northampton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Whately, see our Whately schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Deerfield Elementary South Deerfield | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Frontier Regional South Deerfield | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Sunderland Elementary Sunderland | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Smith Academy Hatfield | 5.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Hatfield Elementary Hatfield | 5.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Conway Grammar Conway | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
| THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield | 6.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Hadley Elementary Hadley | 6.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School Hadley | 7.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Hopkins Academy Hadley | 7.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Leverett Elementary Leverett | 5.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Wildwood Elementary Amherst | 6.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Amherst Regional High Amherst | 6.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Amherst Regional Middle School Amherst | 6.8 mi | 8.3 |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHAMPTON Northampton | 8.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Jackson Street Northampton | 8.2 mi | 8.0 |
| LANDER GRINSPOON ACADEMY - SOLOMON SCHECHTER Northampton | 8.5 mi | 6.4 |
| John F Kennedy Middle School Florence | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
| THE COMMON SCHOOL Amherst | 7.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Smith Vocational and Agricultural High Northampton | 8.6 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$425,600
Population
149
College Educated
46.8%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
68.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATRIUM SCHOOL Watertown, MA | 6.7 |
| LESLEY ELLIS SCHOOL Arlington, MA | 6.7 |
| MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington, MA | 6.7 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington, MA | 6.8 |
| Conway Grammar Conway, MA | 6.8 |
| RIVERBEND SCHOOL Natick, MA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whately Elementary
What grades does Whately Elementary serve?
Whately Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Whately Elementary?
Whately Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whately Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Whately Elementary is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whately Elementary rank in MA?
Whately Elementary ranks #753 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Whately Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Whately Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Whately Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whately Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Whately Elementary a charter school?
No, Whately Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whately Elementary a Title I school?
No, Whately Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (413) 665-7826
Resources & Links
District
Whately- District Enrollment
- 125
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,812
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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