Serving 1,519 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sabis International Charter School 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 12% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sabis International Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Sabis International Charter School's student population of 1,519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sabis International Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sabis International Charter School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1454 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
47%
23%
Black
29%
10%
White
14%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sabis International Charter School's ranking?
Sabis International Charter School is ranked #1454 out of 1,631 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sabis International Charter School?
The graduation rate of Sabis International Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sabis International Charter School?
1,519 students attend Sabis International Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sabis International Charter School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sabis International Charter School?
Sabis International Charter School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sabis International Charter School offer ?
Sabis International Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sabis International Charter School part of?
Sabis International Charter School is part of Springfield International Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Sabis International Charter School located?
Sabis International Charter School is located in the Sixteen Acres neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 10 other public schools located in Sixteen Acres.
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