| Metric | Farmington River Regional School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 120 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $49,163/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 179% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
Zip code 01255 is not served by one district for every grade. Farmington River Regional School District (Otis and Sandisfield) runs one school, Farmington River Elementary, for pre-kindergarten through 6th grade. For grades 7–12 the district pays tuition for its students to attend a neighboring district — Berkshire Hills (Monument Mountain Regional High School) or Lee.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K–6 Elementary | Farmington River Regional School District 120 students · 1 school | 5/10 |
| 7–12 Grades 7–12 | Berkshire Hills School District 1,189 students · 3 schools | 5/10 |
| 7–12 Grades 7–12 | Lee School District 671 students · 2 schools | 3/10 |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington River Regional School District (this district) | 5/10 | 40th | 120 |
| Southern Berkshire School District | 4/10 | 38th | 618 |
| Southwick-Tolland-Granville Regional School District | 4/10 | 38th | 1,330 |
| Lee School District | 3/10 | 27th | 671 |
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Ranked against 287 rated districts in MA → 40th percentile → 5/10.
Source: Massachusetts DESE MCAS, grades 3–8 Meeting/Exceeding Expectations, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Farmington River Regional School District
Farmington River Regional School District serves zip code 01255, covering Sandisfield, Massachusetts with grades Pre-K – 6th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
With a rating of 5/10 (average), Farmington River Regional School District ranks among Massachusetts’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Massachusetts’ MCAS grades 3–8 assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Massachusetts is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
⚠️ Small-district caveat. Farmington River Regional School District enrolls 120 students. A percentile rank drawn from so few test-takers is statistically unstable — it can move several points from one year to the next on normal variation alone, and a single class of students can swing it. Treat this rating as a rough signal rather than a precise ranking, and look at the school-level detail below before drawing conclusions.
Farmington River Regional School District falls near the middle of Massachusetts on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 01255
Children in zip code 01255 are assigned to Farmington River Regional School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 6th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 01255, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Farmington River Regional School District at (413)269-4466 or visit www.frrsd.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Massachusetts districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Sandisfield
For families considering a purchase in the Sandisfield area, district assignment matters financially. Because Farmington River Regional School District serves zip code 01255, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 01255. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Massachusetts, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Farmington River Regional School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 01255.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Farmington River Regional School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 01255 data.