Serving 823 students in grades 6-12, John J Duggan Academy 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 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John J Duggan Middle serves the eastern part of Springfield, MA, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most students live within a 1.3-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away, resulting in typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John J Duggan Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
John J Duggan Academy's student population of 823 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
823 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
WORK HARD, BE NICE, AND LET'S GET GOING!
School Rankings
John J Duggan Academy 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 John J Duggan Academy is 0.59, 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
#1450 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
59%
26%
Black
23%
10%
White
11%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John J Duggan Academy's ranking?
John J Duggan Academy is ranked #1450 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John J Duggan Academy?
The graduation rate of John J Duggan Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend John J Duggan Academy?
823 students attend John J Duggan Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of John J Duggan Academy students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John J Duggan Academy?
John J Duggan Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John J Duggan Academy offer ?
John J Duggan Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John J Duggan Academy part of?
John J Duggan Academy is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is John J Duggan Academy located?
John J Duggan Academy is located in the Sixteen Acres neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 10 other public schools located in Sixteen Acres.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
This Is a great picture of the school. The facilities are older, We had our son go to Central as the high school Is an alternitive high school and not like Central
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