Serving 278 students in grades 6-8, Impact Prep At Chestnut 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Impact Prep At Chestnut's student population of 278 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
EDUCATING TO EMPOWER
School Rankings
Impact Prep At Chestnut 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 Impact Prep At Chestnut is 0.36, 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
#1615 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
79%
26%
Black
12%
10%
White
6%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Impact Prep At Chestnut's ranking?
Impact Prep At Chestnut is ranked #1615 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Impact Prep At Chestnut?
278 students attend Impact Prep At Chestnut.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Impact Prep At Chestnut students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Impact Prep At Chestnut?
Impact Prep At Chestnut has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Impact Prep At Chestnut offer ?
Impact Prep At Chestnut offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Impact Prep At Chestnut part of?
Impact Prep At Chestnut is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Impact Prep At Chestnut located?
Impact Prep At Chestnut is located in the Brightwood neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Brightwood.
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