Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School serves the southern part of Springfield, MA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission at Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial Elementary School is to provide students with a rigorous academic program where students are empowered to use their minds well, care for themselves and others, and become critical thinkers and problem solver
School Rankings
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School 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 Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School is 0.63, 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
#836 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
57%
26%
Black
16%
10%
White
15%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School's ranking?
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School is ranked #836 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School often compared to?
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick Harris, Wildwood Elementary School, Crocker Farm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School?
304 students attend Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School?
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School offer ?
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School part of?
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School located?
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School is located in the East Forest Park neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in East Forest Park.
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