Serving 570 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 42%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frederick Harris serves the southern part of Springfield, MA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frederick Harris's student population of 570 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
570 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frederick Harris 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 Frederick Harris is 0.64, 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
#1230 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
20%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
12%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Harris's ranking?
Frederick Harris is ranked #1230 out of 1,626 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 42% MA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Frederick Harris?
570 students attend Frederick Harris.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Frederick Harris students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% 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 12:1, which is equal to 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 10/10/2025
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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