Serving 274 students in grades 6-8, Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) ranks in the top 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 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted)'s student population of 274 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#780 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
62%
24%
Black
21%
10%
White
11%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted)'s ranking?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) is ranked #780 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) often compared to?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted)is often viewed alongside schools like Libertas Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted)?
274 students attend Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted)?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) offer ?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) part of?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) located?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) is located in the Brightwood neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Brightwood.
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