Excellent
#169 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 9% in state
Wildwood Elementary
Elementary School · Amherst
71 Strong Street, Amherst, MA 01002
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#169 of 1,793
In Amherst
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Amherst
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Wildwood Elementary
Wildwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Amherst, MA, part of Amherst. Wildwood Elementary serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wildwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #169 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Wildwood Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Wildwood 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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Wildwood Elementary — Students at Wildwood Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 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: 8.4/10.
How Wildwood Elementary Compares
See how Wildwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
71 Strong Street, Amherst, MA 01002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wildwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crocker Farm Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sunderland Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Sunderland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Shutesbury Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Shutesbury), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Amherst, see our Amherst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amherst Regional Middle School Amherst | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Amherst Regional High Amherst | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Fort River Elementary Amherst | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| THE COMMON SCHOOL Amherst | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst | 2.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Pelham Elementary Pelham | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| AMHERST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Amherst | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School Hadley | 3.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Leverett Elementary Leverett | 5.3 mi | 5.0 |
| THE HARTSBROOK SCHOOL Hadley | 4.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Hadley Elementary Hadley | 4.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Smith Academy Hatfield | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Hatfield Elementary Hatfield | 4.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Hopkins Academy Hadley | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Sunderland Elementary Sunderland | 6.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Shutesbury Elementary Shutesbury | 6.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Whately Elementary Whately | 6.6 mi | 6.7 |
| East Meadow Granby | 8.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Granby Jr Sr High School Granby | 8.5 mi | 5.8 |
| THE MACDUFFIE SCHOOL Granby | 8.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,411
Median Home Value
$449,000
Median Rent
$1,561/mo
Population
24,726
College Educated
73.9%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
27
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield, MA | 8.6 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 8.6 |
| Bridge Boston Charter School Roxbury, MA | 8.6 |
| Frank H Freedman Springfield, MA | 8.6 |
| J Warren Killam Reading, MA | 8.6 |
| Joshua Eaton Reading, MA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wildwood Elementary
What grades does Wildwood Elementary serve?
Wildwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Wildwood Elementary?
Wildwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Elementary 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 Wildwood Elementary rank in MA?
Wildwood Elementary ranks #169 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Wildwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wildwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Wildwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wildwood Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wildwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Wildwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wildwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wildwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hampshire County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (413) 362-1400
Resources & Links
District
Amherst- District Enrollment
- 983
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,935
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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