Serving 256 students in grades 6-8, Van Sickle Academy 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 9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Sickle Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Van Sickle Academy's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van Sickle Academy 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 Van Sickle Academy is 0.35, 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
#1547 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
80%
24%
Black
8%
10%
White
9%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
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 Van Sickle Academy's ranking?
Van Sickle Academy is ranked #1547 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Van Sickle Academy?
256 students attend Van Sickle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Van Sickle Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Sickle Academy?
Van Sickle Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Van Sickle Academy offer ?
Van Sickle Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Sickle Academy part of?
Van Sickle Academy is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Van Sickle Academy located?
Van Sickle Academy is located in the Liberty Heights neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 8 other public schools located in Liberty Heights.
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