- Mile Tree Elementary — Grades PK–1 · 355 students
- Soule Road — Grades 4–5 · 321 students
- Stony Hill School — Grades 2–3 · 317 students
- Green Meadows Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 285 students
- Wilbraham Middle — Grades 6–8 · 613 students
- Minnechaug Regional High — Grades 9–12 · 990 students
| Metric | Hampden-Wilbraham School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 2,887 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 6 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $20,400/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampden-Wilbraham School District (this district) | 6/10 | 59th | 2,887 |
| Hadley School District | 7/10 | 61st | 494 |
| Quabbin School District | 3/10 | 26th | 2,199 |
| Southwick-Tolland-Granville Regional School District | 4/10 | 38th | 1,330 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 287 rated districts in MA → 59th percentile → 6/10.
Source: Massachusetts DESE MCAS, grades 3–8 Meeting/Exceeding Expectations, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Hampden-Wilbraham School District
Hampden-Wilbraham School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 01036 in Hampden-Wilbraham, Massachusetts. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 01036. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Public school districts in Massachusetts spend approximately $20,400 per student per year on average (state-level estimate; district-level figures vary), well above the national average (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Districts at this funding level typically offer smaller class sizes, broader elective and extracurricular programs, stronger technology infrastructure, and more competitive teacher salaries. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 6 schools serving approximately 2,887 students across grades Pre-K – 12th, Hampden-Wilbraham School District is a mid-sized district. Contact Hampden-Wilbraham School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Hampden-Wilbraham School District 7 out of 10 — above average among Massachusetts public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Massachusetts’ MCAS grades 3–8 assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Massachusetts is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Hampden-Wilbraham School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Massachusetts. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 01036
Children in zip code 01036 are assigned to Hampden-Wilbraham School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 01036, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Hampden-Wilbraham School District at (413)596-3884 or visit www.hwrsd.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Massachusetts districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Hampden-Wilbraham
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Hampden-Wilbraham School District serves zip code 01036, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 01036 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Massachusetts, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Hampden-Wilbraham School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 01036.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Hampden-Wilbraham School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 01036 data.