Serving 88 students in grades 9-12, Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech's student population of 88 students has grown by 183% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
88 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
92%
24%
Black
7%
10%
White
n/a
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech?
The graduation rate of Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech is 40-59%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech?
88 students attend Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech?
Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech offer ?
Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech part of?
Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech located?
Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech is located in the Pine Point neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 8 other public schools located in Pine Point.
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