Serving 344 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Wildwood Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wildwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#590 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
21%
23%
Black
16%
10%
White
45%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 #590 out of 1,644 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 37% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Wildwood Elementary School?
344 students attend Wildwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Wildwood Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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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