Serving 124 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Farmington River Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmington River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
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Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Farmington River Elementary School's student population of 124 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Farmington River Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmington River Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#670 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
5%
26%
White
92%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmington River Elementary School's ranking?
Farmington River Elementary School is ranked #670 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Farmington River Elementary School?
124 students attend Farmington River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Farmington River Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farmington River Elementary School?
Farmington River Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Farmington River Elementary School offer ?
Farmington River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Farmington River Elementary School part of?
Farmington River Elementary School is part of Farmington River Regional School District.
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