HARDWICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hardwick Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Quabbin school district, located in Gilbertville, MA with about 194 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 13 teachers, Hardwick Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hardwick Elementary School is a public primary school located in the small, historic village of Gilbertville, Massachusetts. Serving students in the Quabbin Regional School District, the school is situated in a rural, community-focused setting that emphasizes a supportive and close-knit educational environment. Its mission aligns with the broader district goals of fostering academic growth, social responsibility, and a lifelong love of learning within a safe and inclusive atmosphere.

As part of the Quabbin Regional system, Hardwick Elementary provides its students with a standard core curriculum while benefiting from the resources and collaborative opportunities provided by a larger district. The school focuses on building strong foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and the sciences, often incorporating local community engagement into their programming. Families looking for more specific information regarding school policies, staff directories, or district-wide initiatives can find updated resources through their official website at [www.qrsd.org](http://www.qrsd.org).

For more information, contact Hardwick Elementary at (413) 477-6351 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.