Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Undermountain 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Undermountain ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Undermountain's student population of 257 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Undermountain ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Undermountain 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#899 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
n/a
10%
White
78%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Undermountain's ranking?
Undermountain is ranked #899 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Undermountain?
257 students attend Undermountain.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Undermountain students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Undermountain?
Undermountain has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Undermountain offer ?
Undermountain offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Undermountain part of?
Undermountain is part of Southern Berkshire School District.
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