Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hiram L Dorman 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hiram L Dorman serves the northern part of Springfield, MA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hiram L Dorman's student population of 279 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
279 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Hiram L Dorman 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 Hiram L Dorman is 0.46, 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
#1561 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
72%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
8%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
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)30.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Hiram L Dorman's ranking?
Hiram L Dorman is ranked #1561 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Hiram L Dorman often compared to?
Hiram L Dormanis often viewed alongside schools like Warner by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Hiram L Dorman?
279 students attend Hiram L Dorman.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hiram L Dorman students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiram L Dorman?
Hiram L Dorman has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hiram L Dorman offer ?
Hiram L Dorman offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hiram L Dorman part of?
Hiram L Dorman is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Hiram L Dorman located?
Hiram L Dorman is located in the Pine Point neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 8 other public schools located in Pine Point.
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