Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School's student population of 396 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#727 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
56%
23%
Black
21%
10%
White
17%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School's ranking?
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School is ranked #727 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School?
396 students attend Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School?
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School offer ?
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School part of?
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School is part of Springfield School District.
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