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Very Good

#112 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 29% of private schools

Academy Hill School

Elementary School

1190 LIBERTY ST, Springfield, MA 01104

Private

Enrollment

77

Student-Teacher

5.7:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#112 of 388

In Springfield

#3 of 8

public schools

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Academy Hill School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About Academy Hill School

Academy Hill School is a private elementary school in Springfield, MA. Academy Hill School serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #112 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.8 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 77 students, Academy Hill School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 5.7:1 students to teachers, Academy Hill School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Academy Hill School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Academy Hill School compares to 60 public schools serving similar grades in Springfield, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.7:1
This School
vs
10.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
77
This School
vs
348
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 64.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.1% vs 0%
Black 5.2% vs 0%
Asian 1.3% vs 0%
Academy Hill School Springfield Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Academy Hill School (this school) 7.1
Glenwood 6.0
Liberty 6.8
Van Sickle Academy 7.1
The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary Learning 5.9
Rise Academy at Van Sickle 5.2
Mary O Pottenger 5.5
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School 8.6
Springfield Public Day Elementary School 6.3
Edward P. Boland School 8.5
Samuel Bowles 5.9
Springfield Middle School
German Gerena Community School 7.2
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) 6.8
Springfield Legacy Academy 6.7
Impact Prep at Chestnut 5.6
Margaret C Ells 5.8
Lincoln 5.2
Brightwood 4.3
Springfield International Academy at Johnson 6.2
Rebecca M Johnson 4.1

Showing 20 of 60 schools. View all schools in Springfield

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 54%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Enrollment 77
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 64.9%
Pacific Islander 15.6%
Hispanic 9.1%
Black 5.2%
Two or More 3.9%
Asian 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1190 LIBERTY ST, Springfield, MA 01104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward P. Boland School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
VALLEY WEST SCHOOL Chicopee 0.2 mi 6.8
Glenwood Springfield 0.3 mi 6.0
Liberty Springfield 0.5 mi 6.8
The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary Learning Springfield 0.7 mi 5.9
Van Sickle Academy Springfield 0.7 mi 7.1
Rise Academy at Van Sickle Springfield 0.7 mi 5.2
Dupont Middle Chicopee 0.9 mi 5.2
Chicopee High Chicopee 0.9 mi 4.7
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield 1.0 mi 8.6
Springfield Public Day Elementary School Springfield 1.0 mi 6.3
Edward P. Boland School Springfield 1.0 mi 8.5
ST STANISLAUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicopee 1.0 mi 4.8
Mary O Pottenger Springfield 1.0 mi 5.5
Bowe Chicopee 1.2 mi 3.5
Springfield Middle School Springfield 1.5 mi
Samuel Bowles Springfield 1.4 mi 5.9
GRACE ACADEMY Springfield 1.4 mi 5.1
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield Springfield 1.8 mi 4.2
RFK ACADEMY SCHOOL Springfield 1.8 mi
Gateway to College at Springfield Technical Community Colleg Springfield 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,530

Median Home Value

$210,800

Median Rent

$1,004/mo

Population

21,745

College Educated

12.8%

Homeownership

46.1%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

21.8%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy Hill School

What grades does Academy Hill School serve?

Academy Hill School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Academy Hill School?

Academy Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy Hill School?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy Hill School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Academy Hill School rank in MA?

Academy Hill School ranks #112 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Academy Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Academy Hill School a private school?

Yes, Academy Hill School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Academy Hill School a religious school?

No, Academy Hill School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
77
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hampden County

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