Serving 425 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 40% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#710 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
58%
25%
Black
19%
10%
White
15%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School's ranking?
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School is ranked #710 out of 1,631 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 Glenwood by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
425 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, 15% of students are White, and 8% 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 13:1, 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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