Pelham School District

45 Amherst Rd
Pelham, MA 01002
(District boundaries shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%

Top Rankings

Pelham School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 20%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 10%)
Student Attention
Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 129 students in Pelham School District. This district's average testing ranking is 9/10, which is in the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
Public School in Pelham School District have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Overview

This School District
This State (MA)
# Schools
1 School
1,837 Schools
# Students
129 Students
916,334 Students
# Teachers
13 Teachers
77,716 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1

District Rank

Pelham School District, which is ranked within the top 20% of all 393 school districts in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
This School District
State Average (MA)
#68 out of 397 school districts
(Top 20%)
This chart displays the overall district rank of Pelham  School District, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-64%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Pelham  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
55-59%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pelham  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-79%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Pelham  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.53
0.65
# American Indian Students
3 Students
2,192 Students
% American Indian Students
3%
n/a
# Asian Students
4 Students
67,818 Students
% Asian Students
3%
7%
# Hispanic Students
20 Students
230,769 Students
% Hispanic Students
16%
25%
# Black Students
8 Students
88,074 Students
% Black Students
6%
10%
# White Students
86 Students
483,656 Students
% White Students
67%
53%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
785 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
6 Students
41,339 Students
% of Two or more races Students
5%
5%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
-
32,288
# Students in K Grade:
17
62,105
# Students in 1st Grade:
17
64,458
# Students in 2nd Grade:
20
66,664
# Students in 3rd Grade:
21
64,731
# Students in 4th Grade:
19
65,978
# Students in 5th Grade:
18
67,142
# Students in 6th Grade:
17
67,086
# Students in 7th Grade:
-
68,011
# Students in 8th Grade:
-
68,221
# Students in 9th Grade:
-
73,757
# Students in 10th Grade:
-
73,439
# Students in 11th Grade:
-
71,886
# Students in 12th Grade:
-
68,770
# Ungraded Students:
-
1,798

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $13,085 in this school district is less than the state median of $23,845. The school district revenue/student has declined by 17% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $19,434 is less than the state median of $24,602. The school district spending/student has declined by 17% over four school years.
This School District
This State (MA)
Total Revenue
$2 MM
$21,850 MM
This chart displays total revenue of Pelham  School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$3 MM
$22,544 MM
This chart displays total spending of Pelham  School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$13,085
$23,845
This chart displays average revenue per public school student in Pelham  School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$19,434
$24,602
This chart displays average spending per public school student in Pelham  School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Pelham School District Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pelham Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
45 Amherst Road
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1100
Grades: K-6
| 129 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools belong to Pelham School District?
Pelham School District manages 1 public schools serving 129 students.
What is the rank of Pelham School District?
Pelham School District is ranked #72 out of 393 school districts in Massachusetts (top 20%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Massachusetts school districts for: Highest overall rank (Top 20%), Highest math proficiency (Top 20%), Highest science proficiency (Top 10%) and Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Pelham School District?
67% of Pelham School District students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Pelham School District?
Pelham School District has a student/teacher ratio of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What is Pelham School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $19,434 is less than the state median of $24,602. The school district spending/student has declined by 17% over four school years.

Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • District size: 1 school
  • Grades: KG-06
  • Enrollment: 129 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 20% in MA
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Quick Links