For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 322 students in Hatfield, MA.
The top ranked public schools in Hatfield, MA are Smith Academy and Hatfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hatfield, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Hatfield have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hatfield, MA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smith Academy
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
34 School Street
Hatfield, MA 01038
(413) 247-5641
Hatfield, MA 01038
(413) 247-5641
Grades: 7-12
| 126 students
Rank: #22.
Hatfield Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
33 Main Street
Hatfield, MA 01038
(413) 247-5010
Hatfield, MA 01038
(413) 247-5010
Grades: PK-6
| 196 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hatfield, MA?
The top ranked public schools in Hatfield, MA include Smith Academy and Hatfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hatfield?
2 public schools are located in Hatfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Hatfield?
Hatfield public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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