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5 schools in South Hadley

Massachusetts · Public K-12

South Hadley sits inside Massachusetts with 5 public K-12 schools, combined enrollment of about 2,017, and a mix of 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high.

7-year change in South Hadley

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
2,017
-271 (-12%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
5
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
70%
was 79%
% Hispanic
21%
was 13%
% Black
3%
was 3%
% Asian
1%
was 2%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Michael E. Smith Middle SchoolMiddle05-08505
MosierElementary02-04365
Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public SchoolHigh07-12397
Plains ElementaryElementaryPK-01271
South Hadley HighHigh09-12479

About South Hadley

South Hadley, Massachusetts is home to 5 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 2,017 students. By school count, it is a rural-scale city.

In terms of grade levels, the city covers 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 403, below the state mean of about 501.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 2,017 students, contracted 12% from the 2,288 reported in SY 2017-18. The White share of public-school enrollment contracted from 79% to 70%.

On this page, the community for South Hadley discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in South Hadley, Massachusetts?
There are 5 public K-12 schools in South Hadley, with a combined enrollment of about 2,017.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in South Hadley?
South Hadley has 2 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in South Hadley?
Michael E. Smith Middle School is the largest public school in South Hadley by enrollment, with approximately 505 students.
What school districts serve South Hadley?
South Hadley is served by 2 public school districts, including South Hadley, Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public.
What grade levels do public schools in South Hadley cover?
Public schools in South Hadley serve students from pre-K through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in South Hadley?
1 of the 5 public schools in South Hadley are charter schools.