Serving 432 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Springfield, MA school district, covering approximately 33.1 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School's student population of 432 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
432 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#678 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #678 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School often compared to?
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Middle School, Glenwood by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School?
432 students attend Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, and 7% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School part of?
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School located?
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet 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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