Serving 1,282 students in grades 9-12, High School Of Commerce ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 63% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School Of Commerce ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
High School Of Commerce's student population of 1,282 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High School Of Commerce ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High School Of Commerce is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1105 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
71%
23%
Black
18%
10%
White
8%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
63%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School Of Commerce's ranking?
High School Of Commerce is ranked #1105 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are High School Of Commerce often compared to?
High School Of Commerceis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School Of Commerce?
The graduation rate of High School Of Commerce is 63%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School Of Commerce?
1,282 students attend High School Of Commerce.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of High School Of Commerce students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High School Of Commerce?
High School Of Commerce has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does High School Of Commerce offer ?
High School Of Commerce offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is High School Of Commerce part of?
High School Of Commerce is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is High School Of Commerce located?
High School Of Commerce is located in the Six Corners neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Six Corners.
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