Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John R Fausey ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John R Fausey serves the northern part of West Springfield, MA, covering an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest part of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John R Fausey ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
John R Fausey's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
John R Fausey ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John R Fausey is 0.58, 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
#556 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
59%
51%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 R Fausey's ranking?
John R Fausey is ranked #556 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John R Fausey often compared to?
John R Fauseyis often viewed alongside schools like Mittineague by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John R Fausey?
435 students attend John R Fausey.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of John R Fausey students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John R Fausey?
John R Fausey has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John R Fausey offer ?
John R Fausey offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John R Fausey part of?
John R Fausey is part of West Springfield School District.
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