Crocker Farm Elementary School

280 West Street
Amherst, MA 01002
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Top 50%
Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Crocker Farm 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 326 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 50% in MA
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Crocker Farm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Crocker Farm Elementary School's student population of 326 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
326 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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School Motto
“Lead with love, center on students, rely on data, and uphold a just cause.”

School Rankings

Crocker Farm 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 Crocker Farm Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#525 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
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50-54%
42%
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50-54%
44%
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50-59%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
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Hispanic
20%
25%
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Black
11%
10%
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White
47%
53%
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Hawaiian
1%
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Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.71
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Crocker Farm Elementary School's ranking?
Crocker Farm Elementary School is ranked #525 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Crocker Farm Elementary School often compared to?
Crocker Farm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wildwood Elementary School, Fort River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Crocker Farm Elementary School?
326 students attend Crocker Farm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Crocker Farm Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crocker Farm Elementary School?
Crocker Farm Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Crocker Farm Elementary School offer ?
Crocker Farm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crocker Farm Elementary School part of?
Crocker Farm Elementary School is part of Amherst School District.
In what neighborhood is Crocker Farm Elementary School located?
Crocker Farm Elementary School is located in the South Amherst neighborhood of Amherst, MA.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 326 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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