A+
Excellent
94/100

Swift River

📚 Pre-K – 06 🏫 School
📍 201 Wendell Rd, New Salem, MA 01355
94
Repit Score
out of 100
137
Students
enrolled
9.1:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$33K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $33,469 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 201 Wendell Rd
City New Salem
ZIP Code 01355
District 2508530
NCES School ID 250853001346
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 01355

Understanding the community around Swift River helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $76,739
Per Capita Income $39,317
Poverty Rate 10.9%
Households Earning $100K+ 35.0%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.2%
High School or Higher 97.1%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $329,300
Median Rent $1,007
Owner-Occupied 86.7%
Renter-Occupied 13.3%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Swift River.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 87.6%
Hispanic/Latino 5.8%
Two or More Races 5.1%
Asian 1.5%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 137
Teachers (FTE) 15.0
Student:Teacher Ratio 9.1:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Swift River?
Swift River has a Repit School Score of 94 out of 100, earning a grade of A+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Swift River?
Swift River has 137 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.1:1.
What grades does Swift River serve?
Swift River serves grades Pre-K – 06 and is classified as a School. This is a public school.
How much funding does Swift River receive per student?
Swift River receives $33,469 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Swift River in 01355 ▼
Avg Home Value
$415,297
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,521
1-Year Change
+6.9%
% Renters
13.3%

About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026