Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glickman Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 89% 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: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glickman Elementary serves the eastern part of Springfield, MA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glickman Elementary School's student population of 310 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
We READ. We THINK. We EXPLAIN. Proficiency here we come!
School Rankings
Glickman Elementary 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 Glickman Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1479 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
68%
26%
Black
15%
10%
White
11%
51%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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 Glickman Elementary School's ranking?
Glickman Elementary School is ranked #1479 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Glickman Elementary School?
310 students attend Glickman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Glickman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glickman Elementary School?
Glickman Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Glickman Elementary School offer ?
Glickman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glickman Elementary School part of?
Glickman Elementary School is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Glickman Elementary School located?
Glickman Elementary School is located in the Sixteen Acres neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 10 other public schools located in Sixteen Acres.
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