Hampshire County Schools & Education
Hampshire County, Massachusetts
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
83/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
92.3%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.3%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,191
National avg $13,239
State avg $13,582
School Score
83/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 72/100
State Score Position
#4
of 14 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Hampshire County
Measured School Summary
Hampshire County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 83/100 and a graduation rate of 92.3%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
With $12,191 per pupil, Hampshire County has adequate funding that generally covers core educational needs and some supplemental services.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 15% above the Massachusetts average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 4.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 10% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Hampshire County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
45 public schools and 21 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
83/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #4 of 14 Massachusetts counties with school score data.
Completion
92.3%
4.2 pts above the state average
Funding context
$12,191
$1,391 below the state average
School coverage
45
21 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Hampshire County has 45 public schools across 21 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Hampshire County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Higher-signal county
Hampshire County screens well on the measured county-level school signal. The next check is whether that strength is broad across districts or concentrated in a few school pathways.
State position
#4
of 14 Massachusetts counties with school score data. The county score is 11 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Northampton
Elementary to high school visible
2,573 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
Belchertown
Elementary to high school visible
2,125 students
5 listed schools in this county slice.
South Hadley
Elementary to high school visible
1,678 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
Easthampton
Elementary and high visible
1,413 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Northampton is the largest listed district slice, with 6 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Hampshire County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Hampshire County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Hampshire County, Massachusetts
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Premier Education in the Pioneer Valley
Hampshire County operates 45 public schools serving 16,844 students across 21 districts. The system is well-distributed with 24 elementary schools and 13 high schools, ensuring strong academic transitions for its youth. This structure supports a high-achieving student population in one of the state's most academic regions.
Northampton and Belchertown Lead the Region
Northampton is the county's largest district, overseeing 6 schools and 2,573 students. Belchertown and South Hadley also operate significant districts, together serving nearly 4,000 students. Charter schools make up 6.7% of the county's offerings, providing 3 distinct alternatives to the traditional public system.
Balanced Suburban and Rural Schooling
Hampshire County offers a mix of 27 suburban and 18 rural schools with an average enrollment of 374 students. Mountain View School is the largest campus with 1,043 students, while many other schools maintain a smaller, more intimate feel. This balance allows families to choose between a quiet rural education or a more active suburban campus.
School Overview
Total Schools
45
in Hampshire County
Reported Enrollment
16,844
45 schools reporting
School Districts
21
districts
Charter Schools
3
7% of total
School Level Breakdown
21 School Districts in Hampshire County
Northampton
Belchertown
South Hadley
Easthampton
Amherst-Pelham
Ware
Amherst
Granby
Hampshire
Northampton-Smith Vocational Agricultural
45 Public Schools in Hampshire County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 45 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View School | Profile | Easthampton | Easthampton, 01027Suburb: Large | PK–8 | Primary | 1,043 |
| Northampton High | Record | Northampton | Northampton, 01060Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 903 |
| Amherst Regional High | Record | Amherst-Pelham | Amherst, 01002Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 858 |
| Hampshire Regional High | Record | Hampshire | Westhampton, 01027Rural: Fringe | 7–12 | High | 662 |
| Belchertown High | Record | Belchertown | Belchertown, 01007Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 637 |
| John F Kennedy Middle School | Record | Northampton | Florence, 01062Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 583 |
| Smith Vocational and Agricultural High | Record | Northampton-Smith Vocational Agricultural | Northampton, 01060Suburb: Large | 9–12 | Vocational | 566 |
| Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School | Record | Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter (District) | Hadley, 01035Suburb: Large | KG–12 | Charter | 549 |
| Michael E. Smith Middle School | Record | South Hadley | South Hadley, 01075Suburb: Large | 5–8 | Middle | 526 |
| South Hadley High | Record | South Hadley | South Hadley, 01075Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 500 |
| Ware Junior/Senior High School | Record | Ware | Ware, 01082Rural: Fringe | 7–12 | High | 497 |
| Chestnut Hill Community School | Record | Belchertown | Belchertown, 01007Rural: Fringe | 4–6 | Middle | 482 |
| William E Norris | Record | Southampton | Southampton, 01073Rural: Fringe | PK–6 | Primary | 477 |
| Swift River Elementary | Record | Belchertown | Belchertown, 01007Suburb: Large | 1–3 | Primary | 474 |
| East Meadow | Record | Granby | Granby, 01033Rural: Fringe | PK–6 | Primary | 407 |
| Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School | Record | Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public (District) | South Hadley, 01075Suburb: Large | 7–12 | Charter | 390 |
| Fort River Elementary | Record | Amherst | Amherst, 01002Suburb: Large | KG–6 | Primary | 379 |
| Stanley M Koziol Elementary School | Record | Ware | Ware, 01082Rural: Fringe | PK–3 | Primary | 379 |
| Amherst Regional Middle School | Record | Amherst-Pelham | Amherst, 01002Suburb: Large | 7–8 | Middle | 372 |
| Easthampton High | Record | Easthampton | Easthampton, 01027Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 370 |
Mountain View School
Easthampton
Easthampton, 01027 / Suburb: Large
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High
Northampton-Smith Vocational Agricultural
Northampton, 01060 / Suburb: Large
Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School
Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter (District)
Hadley, 01035 / Suburb: Large
Michael E. Smith Middle School
South Hadley
South Hadley, 01075 / Suburb: Large
Chestnut Hill Community School
Belchertown
Belchertown, 01007 / Rural: Fringe
Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School
Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public (District)
South Hadley, 01075 / Suburb: Large
Amherst Regional Middle School
Amherst-Pelham
Amherst, 01002 / Suburb: Large
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$12,191
State avg $13,582
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Schools in Hampshire County, Massachusetts — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Hampshire County, Massachusetts?
Hampshire County operates 45 public schools serving 16,844 students across 21 districts. The system is well-distributed with 24 elementary schools and 13 high schools, ensuring strong academic transitions for its youth. This structure supports a high-achieving student population in one of the state's most academic regions.
What are the major school districts in Hampshire County, Massachusetts?
Northampton is the county's largest district, overseeing 6 schools and 2,573 students. Belchertown and South Hadley also operate significant districts, together serving nearly 4,000 students. Charter schools make up 6.7% of the county's offerings, providing 3 distinct alternatives to the traditional public system.
What is the school experience like in Hampshire County?
Hampshire County offers a mix of 27 suburban and 18 rural schools with an average enrollment of 374 students. Mountain View School is the largest campus with 1,043 students, while many other schools maintain a smaller, more intimate feel. This balance allows families to choose between a quiet rural education or a more active suburban campus.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.