Serving 287 students in grades 3-5, Mapleshade ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mapleshade ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mapleshade's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Mapleshade ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mapleshade is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#811 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
69%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mapleshade's ranking?
Mapleshade is ranked #811 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mapleshade?
287 students attend Mapleshade.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Mapleshade students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mapleshade?
Mapleshade has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mapleshade offer ?
Mapleshade offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mapleshade part of?
Mapleshade is part of East Longmeadow School District.
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