Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benjamin Swan 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 30-34% (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 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: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Homer Street School serves a central area in Springfield, MA, encompassing approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Benjamin Swan Elementary School's student population of 486 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Swan 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 Benjamin Swan Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1297 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
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
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)26.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-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 Benjamin Swan Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Swan Elementary School is ranked #1297 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Benjamin Swan Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Swan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rebecca M Johnson, Elias Brookings by visitors of our site.
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Swan Elementary School?
486 students attend Benjamin Swan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Benjamin Swan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% 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 Benjamin Swan Elementary School?
Benjamin Swan Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benjamin Swan Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Swan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Swan Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Swan Elementary School is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Swan Elementary School located?
Benjamin Swan Elementary School is located in the Upper Hill neighborhood of Springfield, MA.
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