For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 310 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 36% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Hatfield have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hatfield, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smith Academy
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
34 School Street
Hatfield, MA 01038
(413) 247-5641
Hatfield, MA 01038
(413) 247-5641
Gr: 7-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
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
Gr: PK-6 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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