Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Springfield Preparatory Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Preparatory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Springfield Preparatory Charter School's student population of 487 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 87% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield Preparatory 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 Preparatory Charter School is 0.43, 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
#845 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
73%
24%
Black
20%
10%
White
4%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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 is Springfield Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Springfield Preparatory Charter School is ranked #845 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Springfield Preparatory Charter School often compared to?
Springfield Preparatory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Springfield Preparatory Charter School?
487 students attend Springfield Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Springfield Preparatory Charter School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Preparatory Charter School?
Springfield Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Springfield Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Springfield Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield Preparatory Charter School part of?
Springfield Preparatory Charter School is part of Springfield Preparatory Charter School School District.
In what neighborhood is Springfield Preparatory Charter School located?
Springfield Preparatory Charter School is located in the Forest Park neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 7 other public schools located in Forest Park.
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