Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frederick Harris 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 29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick Harris ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Frederick Harris's student population of 512 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Frederick Harris ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Harris is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1218 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
54%
25%
Black
19%
10%
White
16%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Frederick Harris's ranking?
Frederick Harris is ranked #1218 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Frederick Harris often compared to?
Frederick Harrisis often viewed alongside schools like Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School, Daniel B Brunton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Frederick Harris?
512 students attend Frederick Harris.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Frederick Harris students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frederick Harris?
Frederick Harris has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Frederick Harris offer ?
Frederick Harris offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frederick Harris part of?
Frederick Harris is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Frederick Harris located?
Frederick Harris is located in the East Forest Park neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in East Forest Park.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2008
The teachers at this school work hard and really care for the kids. There are a lot of young teachers, but they certainly work hard and seem to get the kids better than the older teachers. I really like the activites they have for the older students. Student council, kinder buddies, musicals, field trips to forest park and field day are great. I reccommend this school.
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