Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fort 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 43% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort River Elementary School's student population of 371 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort 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 Fort River Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#757 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
35%
26%
Black
7%
10%
White
42%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort River Elementary School's ranking?
Fort River Elementary School is ranked #757 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Fort River Elementary School often compared to?
Fort River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wildwood Elementary School, Crocker Farm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Fort River Elementary School?
371 students attend Fort River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Fort River Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort River Elementary School?
Fort River Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fort River Elementary School offer ?
Fort River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort River Elementary School part of?
Fort River Elementary School is part of Amherst School District.
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