The Common School

Po Box 2248, Amherst, MA, 01004-0413
Tel: (413)256-8989
Grades: K - 7 | 119 students
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The Common SchoolĄ¯s mission is to develop strong academic and social skills while nurturing each childĄ¯s love of learning, respect and compassion for others, and commitment to the environment. The Common School creates a safe and stimulating atmosphere for learning that encourages children to trust in themselves and others, honor differences, question, take risks, collaborate, assume responsibility, and discover individual areas of strength and interest.

School Overview:
The Common School
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 7
Student Body
Total Students 119 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 28% (MA School Avg.: 23%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 8:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)

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