Serving 125 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Shutesbury 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shutesbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Shutesbury Elementary School's student population of 125 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Nurturing curiosity, growth, and lifelong learning.
School Rankings
Shutesbury 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 Shutesbury Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#551 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
84%
51%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Shutesbury Elementary School's ranking?
Shutesbury Elementary School is ranked #551 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Shutesbury Elementary School often compared to?
Shutesbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leverett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Shutesbury Elementary School?
125 students attend Shutesbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Shutesbury Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shutesbury Elementary School?
Shutesbury Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shutesbury Elementary School offer ?
Shutesbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shutesbury Elementary School part of?
Shutesbury Elementary School is part of Shutesbury School District.
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