Serving 445 students in grades 1-3, Swift River Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than 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 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Swift River Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Belchertown school district, encompassing approximately 55.3 square miles and allowing for a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 4.6 miles, with the furthest edge being 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swift River Elementary School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Tradition and Innovation - Together
School Rankings
Swift River 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 Swift River Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1053 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swift River Elementary School's ranking?
Swift River Elementary School is ranked #1053 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Swift River Elementary School often compared to?
Swift River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chestnut Hill Community School, Belchertown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Swift River Elementary School?
445 students attend Swift River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Swift River Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swift River Elementary School?
Swift River Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Swift River Elementary School offer ?
Swift River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swift River Elementary School part of?
Swift River Elementary School is part of Belchertown School District.
School Reviews
5 1/31/2026
This is an absolute wonderful school. Staff and principal are absolutely amazing. Our children are learning and are above grade level. Thank you SRE
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