Serving 269 students in grades 6-8, Stem Middle Academy 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 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: STEM Middle Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Springfield, MA, covering approximately 33.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 3.4 miles and the furthest edge located 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stem Middle Academy's student population of 269 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stem Middle Academy 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 Stem Middle Academy is 0.53, 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
#1389 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
66%
26%
Black
13%
10%
White
14%
51%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Stem Middle Academy's ranking?
Stem Middle Academy is ranked #1389 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Stem Middle Academy often compared to?
Stem Middle Academyis often viewed alongside schools like The Springfield Renaissance School An Expeditionary Learning, White Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Stem Middle Academy?
269 students attend Stem Middle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Stem Middle Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stem Middle Academy?
Stem Middle Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stem Middle Academy offer ?
Stem Middle Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stem Middle Academy part of?
Stem Middle Academy is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Stem Middle Academy located?
Stem Middle Academy is located in the Pine Point neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 8 other public schools located in Pine Point.
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