BENJAMIN J PHELPS

Benjamin J Phelps is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Agawam school district, located in Agawam, MA with about 388 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 29 teachers, Benjamin J Phelps has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Benjamin J. Phelps Elementary School is a public primary school located on Main Street in Agawam, Massachusetts. Serving as part of the Agawam Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a foundational education for students in the local community. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages both academic growth and social-emotional development for its young student population.

As part of the broader Agawam school system, Benjamin J. Phelps emphasizes community engagement and educational equity. The school utilizes a standard curriculum designed to meet state educational requirements while offering various resources to support diverse student needs. For families seeking more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district initiatives, the Agawam Public Schools website serves as the primary hub for administrative updates and resources.

For more information, contact Benjamin J Phelps at (413) 821-0587 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.