Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Crocker Farm Elementary School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 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 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crocker Farm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Crocker Farm Elementary School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“Lead with love, center on students, rely on data, and uphold a just cause.”
School Rankings
Crocker Farm Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crocker Farm Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#525 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
12%
10%
White
46%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crocker Farm Elementary School's ranking?
Crocker Farm Elementary School is ranked #525 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Crocker Farm Elementary School often compared to?
Crocker Farm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wildwood Elementary School, Fort River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Crocker Farm Elementary School?
353 students attend Crocker Farm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Crocker Farm Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crocker Farm Elementary School?
Crocker Farm Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Crocker Farm Elementary School offer ?
Crocker Farm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crocker Farm Elementary School part of?
Crocker Farm Elementary School is part of Amherst School District.
In what neighborhood is Crocker Farm Elementary School located?
Crocker Farm Elementary School is located in the South Amherst neighborhood of Amherst, MA.
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