Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas M Balliet 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Thomas M Balliet school serves the northeast part of Springfield, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas M Balliet's student population of 291 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Bee Kind.. Bee Safe.. Bee Smart
School Rankings
Thomas M Balliet 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 Thomas M Balliet is 0.59, 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
#1350 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
61%
26%
Black
18%
10%
White
9%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas M Balliet's ranking?
Thomas M Balliet is ranked #1350 out of 1,626 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Thomas M Balliet?
291 students attend Thomas M Balliet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Thomas M Balliet students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas M Balliet?
Thomas M Balliet has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas M Balliet offer ?
Thomas M Balliet offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas M Balliet part of?
Thomas M Balliet is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas M Balliet located?
Thomas M Balliet is located in the Pine Point neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 8 other public schools located in Pine Point.
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