B Top 41%

Swift River Elementary School

Grades 01-03 BELCHERTOWN, MA

Moved up 257 places from 2024 to 2025

#341 State Rank
B- District Grade
57 State Street, BELCHERTOWN, MA 01007
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
414 Students
95.4% Attendance Rate
49.3 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

45% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 51% 51%
2024 41% 41%
2025 45% 45%

Mathematics

35% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 27% 27%
2024 27% 27%
2025 35% 35%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts03 45%2%
2025Mathematics03 35%2%
2024English Language Arts03 41%8%
2024Mathematics03 27%2%
2023English Language Arts03 51%5%
2023Mathematics03 27%1%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

414 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 80.7%
Hispanic 10.4%
Multiracial 4.8%
Asian 2.4%
Black 1.2%

Gender

49% Male
50.7% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 4.8%
Special Education 20.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch 22.5%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

95.4% Attendance Rate
7.6% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

57 State Street, BELCHERTOWN, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Swift River Elementary School's grade rating?

Swift River Elementary School has earned a grade of B, ranked #341 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 41% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Swift River Elementary School?

Approximately 414 students are enrolled at Swift River Elementary School.

How does Swift River Elementary School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Swift River Elementary School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (45% proficient), Mathematics (35% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Swift River Elementary School?

Swift River Elementary School has an attendance rate of 95.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Swift River Elementary School part of?

Swift River Elementary School is part of Belchertown School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.