Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Litwin 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 34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Litwin School serves the southeast part of Chicopee, MA, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Most students live within a 2-mile average distance from the school, with a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes and some residing as far as 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Litwin's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Litwin 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 Litwin is 0.65, 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
#1149 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
42%
26%
Black
9%
10%
White
41%
51%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Litwin's ranking?
Litwin is ranked #1149 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Litwin?
343 students attend Litwin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Litwin students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Litwin?
Litwin has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Litwin offer ?
Litwin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Litwin part of?
Litwin is part of Chicopee School District.
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