Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, German Gerena Community School 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 21% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: German Gerena Community School serves the west part of Springfield, MA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
German Gerena Community School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
621 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
German Gerena Community School 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 German Gerena Community School is 0.37, 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
#1374 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is German Gerena Community School's ranking?
German Gerena Community School is ranked #1374 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are German Gerena Community School often compared to?
German Gerena Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank H Freedman, Mary O Pottenger by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend German Gerena Community School?
621 students attend German Gerena Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of German Gerena Community School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of German Gerena Community School?
German Gerena Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does German Gerena Community School offer ?
German Gerena Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is German Gerena Community School part of?
German Gerena Community School is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is German Gerena Community School located?
German Gerena Community School is located in the Memorial Square neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Memorial Square.
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