Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary O Pottenger 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 30-34% (which is lower than 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 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary O Pottenger serves the northwest part of Springfield, MA, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary O Pottenger ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Mary O Pottenger's student population of 365 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
365 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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School Rankings
Mary O Pottenger 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 O Pottenger is 0.39, 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
#967 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
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Asian
1%
8%
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Hispanic
77%
26%
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Black
11%
10%
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White
8%
51%
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Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary O Pottenger's ranking?
Mary O Pottenger is ranked #967 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary O Pottenger often compared to?
Mary O Pottengeris often viewed alongside schools like Frank H Freedman, German Gerena Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 O Pottenger?
365 students attend Mary O Pottenger.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mary O Pottenger students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary O Pottenger?
Mary O Pottenger has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary O Pottenger offer ?
Mary O Pottenger offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary O Pottenger part of?
Mary O Pottenger is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary O Pottenger located?
Mary O Pottenger is located in the East Springfield neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in East Springfield.
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