CROSBY

Crosby is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pittsfield school district, located in Pittsfield, MA with about 446 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 35 teachers, Crosby 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.

Crosby Elementary School, located on West Street in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, serves as a central hub for academic and personal development within the Pittsfield Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students in their formative years are encouraged to achieve their full potential. With a curriculum designed to meet state standards, Crosby emphasizes core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and science while integrating social-emotional learning to help students build character and community awareness.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Crosby Elementary focuses on the "whole child" by promoting active engagement and partnership with families. The school strives to create a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates diversity and encourages collaboration among students, teachers, and parents. By utilizing resources provided through the Pittsfield school district, Crosby aims to prepare its diverse student body for long-term academic success, ensuring that every learner develops the essential skills and confidence needed for their transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Crosby at (413) 448-9670 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.