Serving 311 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wildwood Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wildwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Wildwood Elementary School's student population of 311 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wildwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wildwood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#800 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
15%
10%
White
46%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wildwood Elementary School's ranking?
Wildwood Elementary School is ranked #800 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wildwood Elementary School often compared to?
Wildwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort River Elementary School, Crocker Farm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Wildwood Elementary School?
311 students attend Wildwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wildwood Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wildwood Elementary School?
Wildwood Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wildwood Elementary School offer ?
Wildwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wildwood Elementary School part of?
Wildwood Elementary School is part of Amherst School District.
In what neighborhood is Wildwood Elementary School located?
Wildwood Elementary School is located in the Amherst Center neighborhood of Amherst, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Amherst Center.
School Reviews
2 1/11/2007
This school has potential due to the teaching staff. However, the administration, especially the principal, have no imagination. In nearly two years at the school the principal seems to have only created a new parking policy and installed sycophants as teachers. There is much dissatisfaction in the ranks. Also, parents are discouraged from involvment in the school. There is an air of secrecy surrounding this school. Good teachers are leaving.
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