Hadley Elementary School

21 River Drive
Hadley, MA 01035
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hadley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 292 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Hadley Elementary School's student population of 292 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Motto
Every student entrusted to our tutelage will be treated as a valued learner.
Average Class Size
21 students

School Rankings

Hadley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hadley Elementary School is 0.37, which is less 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)
#836 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
40-44%
42%
40-44%
44%
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
79%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hadley Elementary School's ranking?
Hadley Elementary School is ranked #836 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Hadley Elementary School often compared to?
Hadley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crocker Farm Elementary School, Mosier 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Hadley Elementary School?
292 students attend Hadley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hadley Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hadley Elementary School?
Hadley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hadley Elementary School offer ?
Hadley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hadley Elementary School part of?
Hadley Elementary School is part of Hadley School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 292 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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