Serving 1,060 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 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 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 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,060 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
High School Of Commerce's student population of 1,060 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,060 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High School Of Commerce ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High School Of Commerce is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1206 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
73%
25%
Black
16%
10%
White
8%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School Of Commerce's ranking?
High School Of Commerce is ranked #1206 out of 1,631 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School Of Commerce?
The graduation rate of High School Of Commerce is 84%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend High School Of Commerce?
1,060 students attend High School Of Commerce.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of High School Of Commerce students are Hispanic, 16% 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 9:1, 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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