Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary M Walsh 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than 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: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary M Walsh's student population of 232 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Mary M Walsh 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 M Walsh is 0.50, 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
#1299 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
68%
26%
Black
15%
10%
White
15%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary M Walsh's ranking?
Mary M Walsh is ranked #1299 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary M Walsh often compared to?
Mary M Walshis often viewed alongside schools like Mary M Lynch, Daniel B Brunton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mary M Walsh?
232 students attend Mary M Walsh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mary M Walsh students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary M Walsh?
Mary M Walsh has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary M Walsh offer ?
Mary M Walsh offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary M Walsh part of?
Mary M Walsh is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary M Walsh located?
Mary M Walsh is located in the Sixteen Acres neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 10 other public schools located in Sixteen Acres.
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