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Fort River Elementary

70 So East Street, Amherst, MA 01002, United States
+1 (413) 362-1200
http://arps.org/fr
4.5
Overall Rating

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Fort River Elementary Overview

About This School

Fort River Elementary is a public middle in Amherst, Massachusetts, serving 371 students in grades K-6. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA and 42% in math. The school maintains a 9:1 student-teacher ratio with 40 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $75,420. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 92:1. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 42% White, 35% Hispanic, 10% Asian, 7% Black, and 6% students of two or more races.

371
Total Students
K-6
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
40 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts47%
Mathematics42%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-6
County
Hampshire County
Students per Counselor
92:1

Fort River Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

47%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 54%State Avg: 44%
42%
Mathematics
City Avg: 46%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 9.4:1
State Avg: 12.5:1
92
Students per Counselor

Fort River Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
40

Average Teacher Salary

$75,420
City Avg: $76,079
State Avg: $85,529

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Students per Counselor92:1

Fort River Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

52.56%
Male
47.44%
Female
Total Enrollment: 371 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White41.78%
Hispanic35.31%
Asian9.97%
Black7.01%
Two or More Races5.93%
Native American0%

Fort River Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Fort River Elementary

Q: What is Fort River Elementary?

A: Fort River Elementary is a middle public located in Amherst.

Q: How many students attend Fort River Elementary?

A: Fort River Elementary has approximately 371 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort River Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Fort River Elementary is 9:1.

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Detailed Information about Fort River Elementary

Fort River Elementary is a public middle in Amherst, Massachusetts, serving 371 students in grades K-6. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA and 42% in math. The school maintains a 9:1 student-teacher ratio with 40 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $75,420. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 92:1. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 42% White, 35% Hispanic, 10% Asian, 7% Black, and 6% students of two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Fort River Elementary - Amherst, MA

Quick Facts about Fort River Elementary
School NameFort River Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-6
Location70 So East Street, Amherst, MA 01002, Amherst, MA
CountyHampshire County
Phone+1 (413) 362-1200
Total Students371
Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Full-Time Teachers40
Rating4.5/10
ELA Proficiency47%
Math Proficiency42%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Fort River Elementary

What is Fort River Elementary?

Fort River Elementary is a middle public located in Amherst.

How many students attend Fort River Elementary?

Fort River Elementary has approximately 371 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort River Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort River Elementary is 9:1.

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