Springfield International Charter School

160 Joan Street
Springfield, MA 01129
2/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,520 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Springfield International Charter School 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 12% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,520 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Springfield International Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

School Overview

Springfield International Charter School's student population of 1,520 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,520 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
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School Rankings

Springfield International Charter School 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 Springfield International Charter School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1454 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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12%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Springfield International Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
23%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Springfield International Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
26%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Springfield International Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
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Hispanic
49%
24%
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Black
28%
10%
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White
14%
54%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.66
This chart displays the diversity score of Springfield International Charter School and the public school average diversity score of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
≥95%
90%
This chart displays graduation rate of Springfield International Charter School and public school graduation rate of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Springfield International Charter School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Springfield International Charter School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Springfield International Charter School's ranking?
Springfield International Charter School is ranked #1454 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield International Charter School?
The graduation rate of Springfield International Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Springfield International Charter School?
1,520 students attend Springfield International Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Springfield International Charter School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield International Charter School?
Springfield International Charter School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Springfield International Charter School offer ?
Springfield International Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield International Charter School part of?
Springfield International Charter School is part of Springfield International Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Springfield International Charter School located?
Springfield International Charter School is located in the Sixteen Acres neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 10 other public schools located in Sixteen Acres.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,520 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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