Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William N. Deberry 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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 95% 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: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William N. DeBerry serves the west part of Springfield, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William N. Deberry's student population of 483 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
483 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
William N. Deberry 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 William N. Deberry is 0.47, 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
#1610 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
70%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
21%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
5%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William N. Deberry's ranking?
William N. Deberry is ranked #1610 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend William N. Deberry?
483 students attend William N. Deberry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of William N. Deberry students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William N. Deberry?
William N. Deberry has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does William N. Deberry offer ?
William N. Deberry offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William N. Deberry part of?
William N. Deberry is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is William N. Deberry located?
William N. Deberry is located in the Old Hill neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Old Hill.
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