SPOFFORD POND

Spofford Pond is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Boxford school district, located in Boxford, MA with about 388 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade 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 31 teachers, Spofford Pond has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Spofford Pond School, located in Boxford, Massachusetts, is a public elementary school serving students in grades 3 through 6. As part of the Tri-Town School Union—which also includes the towns of Topsfield and Middleton—the school is committed to fostering a collaborative educational environment that emphasizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of critical thinking skills. The school is known for its strong community atmosphere and its focus on preparing students for the transition to middle school through a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects with enrichment programs.

The school is deeply integrated into the suburban Boxford community, benefiting from a supportive parent base and a dedication to small-group instruction. By leveraging the shared resources of the Tri-Town School Union, Spofford Pond provides its students with access to modern learning technologies and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. With a mission centered on student-led inquiry and high standards of character, the school strives to create a nurturing space where students can build confidence and academic proficiency within a safe, inclusive setting.

For more information, contact Spofford Pond at (978) 352-8616 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.