Best Schools in Springfield, Massachusetts
84 schools · 40 Elementary · 16 Middle · 17 High · 11 Other
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $54,949
- Median home value
- $218,836
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 51%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Springfield compares
Massachusetts rank
#119 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$55k
48% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
75
About Schools in Springfield, Massachusetts
Springfield, Massachusetts has 67 ranked public schools, giving parents a wide field to evaluate. The district skews toward elementary options, and the city's top performers are concentrated at that level. Frank H Freedman leads all ranked schools with a score of 8.5 out of 10, followed closely by Edward P. Boland School (8.3), Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School (8.1), Mary M Walsh (7.8), and Glickman Elementary (7.7). These five schools sit at the top of a competitive tier within the city.
The citywide average score is 6.3 out of 10, which gives parents a useful baseline. Nineteen schools — 28% of all ranked public schools in Springfield — score 7 or above, meaning strong options exist but require deliberate research to find. The gap between the top-rated schools and the city average is meaningful: Frank H Freedman scores more than two full points above the 6.3 average, signaling a significant performance spread across the district.
Parents researching Springfield should treat the 7-and-above threshold as a practical filter. Roughly one in four schools clears it, so location alone should not drive enrollment decisions. The top five elementary schools are the clearest starting points for families with younger children. For parents whose assigned school falls closer to the city average, it is worth checking whether open enrollment or inter-district transfer options apply, since the performance range across Springfield's 67 schools is wide enough to matter.
The overall landscape rewards active comparison. Springfield is a large urban district, and school quality varies considerably from one building to the next. Using MySchoolScout's ratings alongside test score data, enrollment trends, and on-the-ground school visits will give parents the fullest picture. Start with the top-rated schools in your target area, note how each compares to the 6.3 city average, and work outward from there.
Elementary Schools
40 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 267 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 554 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
| 3 | 290 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 4 | 249 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 5 | 315 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 6 | 289 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 7 | 512 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 8 | 425 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.7 |
| 9 | 278 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 10 | 224 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 |
| 11 | 262 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 12 | 623 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 13 | 392 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 |
| 14 | 391 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
| 15 | 310 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 16 | 37 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
| 17 | 226 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 18 | 277 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
| 19 | 246 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
| 20 | 296 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
| 21 | 238 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
| 22 | 366 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 |
| 23 | 304 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 |
| 24 | 499 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
| 25 | 454 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
Show 15 more elementary schools
| 26 | 595 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 | ||
| 27 | 295 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 | ||
| 28 | 32 students · 3rd–5th | 5.2 | ||
| 29 | 397 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 | ||
| 30 | 487 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.0 | ||
| 31 | 488 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.9 | ||
| 32 | 480 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 | ||
| 33 | 424 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 | ||
| 34 | 356 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.1 | ||
| Private Schools 6 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | PIONEER VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL
Private
43 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL
Private
77 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | ST MICHAELS ACADEMY
Private
335 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | SPRINGFIELD SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY
Private
48 students · T1–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | TRINITY NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN
Private
9 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 6 | CHILDREN'S HOUSE
Private
1 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
16 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 252 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 367 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
| 3 | 61 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
| 4 | 189 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 5 | 287 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
| 6 | 355 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
| 7 | 284 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
| 8 | 254 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
| 9 | 263 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
| 10 | 202 students · 6th–8th | 6.2 |
| 11 | 287 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 12 | 231 students · 6th–10th | 5.9 |
| 13 | 615 students · 5th–10th | 5.4 |
| 14 | 199 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
| 15 | 216 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
| 16 | 14 students · 6th–8th | — |
High Schools
17 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 221 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 | ||
| 2 | 159 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 | ||
| 3 | 1,383 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 4 | 72 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 | ||
| 5 | 1,060 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 | ||
| 6 | 1,097 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 | ||
| 7 | 303 students · 6th–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 8 | 78 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 | ||
| 9 | 2,042 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 | ||
| 10 | 831 students · 6th–12th | 5.7 | ||
| 11 | 609 students · 6th–12th | 4.9 | ||
| 12 | 414 students · 6th–12th | 4.5 | ||
| 13 | 7 students · 9th–12th | — | ||
| 14 | 25 students · 10th–12th | — | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | SPRINGFIELD COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY
Private
60 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | POPE FRANCIS PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Private
397 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | RFK ACADEMY SCHOOL
Private
9 students · 10th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 138 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.9 | ||
| 2 | 188 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.9 | ||
| 3 | 519 students · 6th–11th | 6.7 | ||
| 4 | 304 students · 2nd–12th | 6.5 | ||
| 5 | 115 students · 15–15 | 5.4 | ||
| 6 | 1,478 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.2 | ||
| 7 | 131 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | PIONEER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Private
288 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | GRACE ACADEMY
Private
47 students · Kindergarten–10th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | MILL POND SCHOOL
Private
21 students · 2nd–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | CURTIS BLAKE DAY SCHOOL
Private
20 students · 4th–9th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Springfield
Springfield, Massachusetts · 84 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 11 ZIP codes
Median Income
$54,949
Median Home Value
$218,836
Median Rent
$1,130/mo
Population
154,587
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
24.8%
Community Profile
Springfield has a median household income of $54,949. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $218,836, with a median rent of $1,130/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Quick Facts
- State
- Massachusetts
- Total Schools
- 84
- Elementary
- 40
- Middle
- 16
- High
- 17
- Districts
- 8
- Avg Rating
- 6.3/10
Resources
School Districts (8)
Springfield International Charter (District)
1 school · 1,478 students
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence (Distric
1 school · 356 students
Veritas Preparatory Charter School (District)
1 school · 615 students
Baystate Academy Charter Public School (District)
1 school · 414 students
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield (Dist
1 school · 159 students
Springfield Preparatory Charter School (District)
1 school · 487 students
Libertas Academy Charter School (District)
1 school · 519 students
Springfield
66 schools · 23,693 students
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How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Springfield, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Springfield, Massachusetts?
Springfield has 84 schools, including 71 public and 13 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Springfield, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Springfield is 6.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.
What is the top-ranked school in Springfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Springfield on MySchoolScout is Frank H Freedman with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Springfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Springfield on MySchoolScout is Frank H Freedman with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Springfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Springfield on MySchoolScout is Van Sickle Academy with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Springfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Springfield on MySchoolScout is Springfield Commonwealth Academy with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Springfield, Massachusetts?
Springfield is served by 8 school districts: Springfield International Charter (district), Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence (distric, Veritas Preparatory Charter School (district), Baystate Academy Charter Public School (district), Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield (dist, Springfield Preparatory Charter School (district), Libertas Academy Charter School (district), Springfield.
What is the education level in Springfield, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Springfield have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Springfield, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Springfield is approximately $54,949 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Springfield, Massachusetts?
Yes, Springfield has 13 private schools alongside 71 public schools. The top-rated private school is Springfield Commonwealth Academy with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Springfield, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Springfield is 10.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Springfield, Massachusetts?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.