The Common School

The student population of The Common School is 59.

The school empowers children ages 3 to 12 to become curious learners and critical thinkers.

The Common School

Private Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-6

521 S Pleasant St, Amherst, MA

Amherst Neighborhood

School Details

Students
110

Student Teacher Ratio
10:1

Niche Grade Details

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

10:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Part Time Teachers

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female

67.3%

Male

32.7%

White

79.7%

Black

6.8%

Two or more races

6.8%

Asian or Pacific Islander

5.1%

Hispanic

1.7%

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This School’s Reviews

5.0 other

3/3/2025

The Common School is an exceptional institution that truly prioritizes the individual needs of children and families. With a progressive, hands-on approach to learning, the school fosters creativity, curiosity, and a deep love of learning. The dedication of the teachers to individualized instruction...

5.0 parent

1/21/2022

There aren’t enough words for me to describe how truly wonderful this school is. My daughter started there in nursery school and will soon be entering into their 5th grade program. Not only has my child been offered a challenging, progressive academic curriculum, but she has also been offered a safe...

1.0 parent

8/28/2021

We don't recommend this school. The curriculum is lacking, definitely behind any local public school. Also, the staff and teachers don't interfere in kids' bullying each other. The philosophy seems to be "hands off" on every aspect. We were disappointed, especially with the lack of any STEM subjects...

5.0 parent

5/29/2018

We are very thankful for our time at the Common School. Our child has gained confidence, skills and made many close friends there. The teachers are very interested in the children and trying new things in the classroom. They understand and respect our sweet and complicated child. Several times a yea...

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(860) 370-3052

84 Total Sales

1 Near This School

$482,500 Price

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Ashton Realty Group Inc.

(413) 339-3332

29 Total Sales

5 Near This School

$500K - $700K Price Range

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Brick & Mortar Northhampton

(413) 233-4004

81 Total Sales

5 Near This School

$225K - $640K Price Range

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Hometown Team

Real Broker MA, LLC

(978) 709-2942

108 Total Sales

1 Near This School

$800,000 Price

Hometown Team
Mark Carmien

Brick & Mortar Northhampton

(413) 779-8441

115 Total Sales

5 Near This School

$190K - $776K Price Range

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(508) 625-7572

189 Total Sales

2 Near This School

$260K - $290K Price Range

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About Amherst

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List Price Range

$243K - $1.4M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$565,613

Median Lot Size

23,958 Sq Ft

% Renters

56%

Household Income

$107,177

% of College Grads

61.1%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,978 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

52.6%

Homes for Sale

$248,000
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 832 Sq Ft
20 Salem Place

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$1,048,000
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,635 Sq Ft
2 Nikkis Way

New 2 days ago
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$160,000
- Land
- 0.46 Acre Lot
0 Henry St

New 2 days ago
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Homes for Rent

$2,429 - $3,575 per month
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- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 501+ Sq Ft
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Amherst, MA
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$3,250 per month
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 1,800 Sq Ft
68 Prospect St

Hatfield, MA
Spacious 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom Single-Family Home for Rent in Hatfield, MA Internet, Trash, Lawn & Snow Removal IncludedNow available for rent in the peaceful town of Hatfield, MA, this spacious 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom single-family home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With g...

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$2,050 - $2,350 per month
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- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 850 Sq Ft
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Our spacious, thoughtfully-designed apartments offer comfortable two-bedroom homes conveniently located on the PVTA bus route in South Amherst. Come discover the ease of apartment home living. Each home offers you the ease and comfort of apartment home living with wall to wall closets, expansive win...

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