Serving 37 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Springfield Public Day Elementary 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Public Day Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Springfield Public Day Elementary School's student population of 37 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Springfield Public Day Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Public Day Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1443 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
67%
25%
Black
24%
10%
White
3%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Public Day Elementary School's ranking?
Springfield Public Day Elementary School is ranked #1443 out of 1,626 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Springfield Public Day Elementary School?
37 students attend Springfield Public Day Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Springfield Public Day Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield Public Day Elementary School?
Springfield Public Day Elementary School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Springfield Public Day Elementary School offer ?
Springfield Public Day Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Springfield Public Day Elementary School part of?
Springfield Public Day Elementary School is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Springfield Public Day Elementary School located?
Springfield Public Day Elementary School is located in the Liberty Heights neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 8 other public schools located in Liberty Heights.
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