Serving 265 students in grades 6-8, Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) 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 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Springfield, MA, covering an area of 33.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone takes about 10-12 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted)'s student population of 265 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2017
Average Class Size
12 students
School Rankings
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) 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 Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) is 0.59, 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
#880 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
59%
26%
Black
24%
10%
White
10%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted)'s ranking?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) is ranked #880 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) often compared to?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted)is often viewed alongside schools like Libertas Academy Charter School, Springfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted)?
265 students attend Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted)?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) offer ?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) part of?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) located?
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented And Gifted) is located in the Brightwood neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Brightwood.
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