Plains Elementary School serves 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Attendance Zone: Plains Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire South Hadley school district, covering approximately 18.4 square miles. This area is typically within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plains Elementary School's student population of 271 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
15 acres
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
The diversity score of Plains Elementary School is 0.49, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
68%
51%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Plains Elementary School often compared to?
Plains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mosier by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Plains Elementary School?
271 students attend Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Plains Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plains Elementary School?
Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plains Elementary School offer ?
Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plains Elementary School part of?
Plains Elementary School is part of South Hadley School District.
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