Springfield


Summary:

The Springfield school district in Massachusetts includes 65 schools, spanning 36 elementary schools, 15 middle schools, 13 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district exhibits a wide range of academic performance, with some standout schools exceeding state averages and others struggling to meet benchmarks.

At the high-performing end, Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy and The Springfield Renaissance School stand out, with strong MCAS proficiency rates that outpace the district and state. In contrast, Springfield High School of Science and Technology and Lincoln Elementary struggle, with proficiency rates well below state averages.

Across the district, there are significant disparities in student outcomes, with a stark divide between the highest and lowest performing schools. Factors beyond just funding, such as curriculum, instruction, and school culture, likely play a major role in these differences. Addressing these performance gaps will be a key priority for Springfield Public Schools moving forward.

District Detail

 1550 Main Street
Springfield, MA 01103

 (413) 787-7100

SchoolDigger Rank:
321st of 348 Massachusetts districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 23,670

Primary Schools: 33
Middle Schools: 14
High Schools: 13
Alternative Schools: 2
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

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