Serving 94 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Colrain Central ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colrain Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Colrain Central's student population of 94 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Where learning and growth are our focus, and community and courage are our path.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Colrain Central ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colrain Central is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1212 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
94%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colrain Central's ranking?
Colrain Central is ranked #1212 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Colrain Central often compared to?
Colrain Centralis often viewed alongside schools like Buckland-shelburne Regional, Northfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Colrain Central?
94 students attend Colrain Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Colrain Central students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colrain Central?
Colrain Central has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Colrain Central offer ?
Colrain Central offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colrain Central part of?
Colrain Central is part of Mohawk Trail School District.
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