For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 2,797 students in 01109, MA.
The top ranked public preschools in 01109, MA are Frank H Freedman, Benjamin Swan Elementary School and Thomas M Balliet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 01109 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 01109, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01109, MA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frank H Freedman
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
90 Cherokee Dr
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7443
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7443
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Benjamin Swan Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
680 Union Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7526
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7526
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Thomas M Balliet
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
52 Rosewell St
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7446
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7446
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Rebecca M Johnson
(Math: 24% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
55 Catherine Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-6687
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-6687
Gr: PK-5 | 595 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Hiram L Dorman
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20 Lydia Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7554
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7554
Gr: PK-5 | 277 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
William N. Deberry
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
680 Union Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7582
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7582
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
111 Seymour Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 750-2056
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 750-2056
Gr: PK | 131 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
15 Catherine Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7100
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7100
Gr: PK | 188 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
319 Cortland Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7345
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7345
Gr: PK | 138 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
01109, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mass Career Dev Institute (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
140 Wilbraham Avenue
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 781-5640
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 781-5640
Gr: 6-12 | 96 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Springfield Academy (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
140 Wilbraham Road
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7036
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7036
Gr: K-12 | 192 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 01109, MA?
The top ranked public preschools in 01109, MA include Frank H Freedman, Benjamin Swan Elementary School and Thomas M Balliet.
How many public preschools are located in 01109?
9 public preschools are located in 01109.
What is the racial composition of students in 01109?
01109 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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