For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,112 students in Amherst, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Amherst, MA are Pelham Elementary School, Crocker Farm Elementary School and Fort River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Amherst, MA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Amherst have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Amherst, MA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pelham Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45 Amherst Road
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1100
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1100
Grades: K-6
| 129 students
Rank: #22.
Crocker Farm Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
280 West Street
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1600
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1600
Grades: PK-6
| 326 students
Rank: #33.
Fort River Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
70 So East Street
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1200
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1200
Grades: K-6
| 346 students
Rank: #44.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
71 Strong Street
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1400
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1400
Grades: K-6
| 311 students
Amherst, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
813 No. Pleasant St
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1305
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1305
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Amherst, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Amherst, MA include Pelham Elementary School, Crocker Farm Elementary School and Fort River Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Amherst?
4 public elementary schools are located in Amherst.
What is the racial composition of students in Amherst?
Amherst public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Amherst are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Amherst include: Pelham Elementary School vs. Fort River Elementary School, Fort River Elementary School vs. Wildwood Elementary School, Crocker Farm Elementary School vs. Wildwood Elementary School
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