Serving 65 students in grades 9-12, Springfield Public Day High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Public Day High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Springfield Public Day High School's student population of 65 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
65 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield Public Day High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Public Day High School is 0.55, which is less 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
#652 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
58%
23%
Black
34%
10%
White
5%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Public Day High School's ranking?
Springfield Public Day High School is ranked #652 out of 1,644 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield Public Day High School?
The graduation rate of Springfield Public Day High School is 20%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Springfield Public Day High School?
65 students attend Springfield Public Day High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Springfield Public Day High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Public Day High School?
Springfield Public Day High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Springfield Public Day High School offer ?
Springfield Public Day High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield Public Day High School part of?
Springfield Public Day High School is part of Springfield School District.
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