For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 333 students in 01257, MA.
The top ranked public preschools in 01257, MA are Undermountain and New Marlborough Central. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 01257 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 01257, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01257, MA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Undermountain
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
491 Berkshire School Road
Sheffield, MA 01257
(413) 229-8754
Sheffield, MA 01257
(413) 229-8754
Grades: PK-5
| 257 students
Rank: #22.
New Marlborough Central
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
491 Berkshire School Road
Sheffield, MA 01257
(413) 229-8754
Sheffield, MA 01257
(413) 229-8754
Grades: PK-3
| 65 students
01257, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
491 Berkshire School Road
Sheffield, MA 01257
(413) 229-8754
Sheffield, MA 01257
(413) 229-8754
Grades: K
| n/a students
Box 326
Sheffield, MA 01257
(413) 229-8754
Sheffield, MA 01257
(413) 229-8754
Grades: PK-6
| 450 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 01257, MA?
The top ranked public preschools in 01257, MA include Undermountain and New Marlborough Central.
How many public preschools are located in 01257?
3 public preschools are located in 01257.
What is the racial composition of students in 01257?
01257 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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