Serving 382 students in grades 6-11, Emergence Academy 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 ≤10% (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 12:1 is equal to 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 and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emergence Academy's student population of 382 students has grown by 2838% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 966% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Emergence Academy 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 Emergence Academy is 0.65, 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
#1531 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
49%
26%
Black
30%
10%
White
16%
51%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emergence Academy's ranking?
Emergence Academy is ranked #1531 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?
≤10% 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 Emergence Academy?
382 students attend Emergence Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Emergence Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emergence Academy?
Emergence Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Emergence Academy offer ?
Emergence Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-11 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emergence Academy part of?
Emergence Academy is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Emergence Academy located?
Emergence Academy is located in the Liberty Heights neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 8 other public schools located in Liberty Heights.
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