For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 535 students in Northampton, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Northampton, MA are Jackson Street and Bridge Street. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Northampton, MA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Northampton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Northampton, MA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jackson Street
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
120 Jackson Street
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1510
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1510
Grades: K-5
| 276 students
Rank: #22.
Bridge Street
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2 Parsons Street
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1460
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1460
Grades: PK-5
| 259 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Northampton, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Northampton, MA include Jackson Street and Bridge Street.
How many public elementary schools are located in Northampton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Northampton.
What is the racial composition of students in Northampton?
Northampton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Northampton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Northampton include: Bridge Street vs. Jackson Street, Jackson Street vs. Bridge Street
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