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Alice B Beal Elementary
Elementary School · Springfield
285 Tiffany Street, Springfield, MA 01108
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,042 of 1,793
In Springfield
#36 of 67
public schools
In district
#35 of 61
Springfield
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Alice B Beal Elementary
Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Alice B Beal Elementary
Alice B Beal Elementary is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Alice B Beal Elementary serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Alice B Beal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,042 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Alice B Beal Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Alice B Beal Elementary — Students at Alice B Beal Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Alice B Beal Elementary Compares
See how Alice B Beal Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
285 Tiffany Street, Springfield, MA 01108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alice B Beal Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frederick Harris (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blueberry Hill (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Longmeadow), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Springfield | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence Springfield | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| LUBAVITCHER YESHIVA ACADEMY Longmeadow | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| White Street Springfield | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Springfield High School Springfield | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Liberty Preparatory Academy Springfield | 1.3 mi | — |
| Blueberry Hill Longmeadow | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| TRINITY NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN Springfield | 1.2 mi | — |
| Frederick Harris Springfield | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ST MICHAELS ACADEMY Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Forest Park Middle Springfield | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Springfield Realization Academy Springfield | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Longmeadow High Longmeadow | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Kensington International School Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| East Longmeadow High East Longmeadow | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School Springfield | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| POPE FRANCIS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Williams Middle Longmeadow | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Glenbrook Middle Longmeadow | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Sumner Avenue Springfield | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,851
Median Home Value
$219,500
Median Rent
$1,224/mo
Population
27,409
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
47.3%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
34
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abner Gibbs Westfield, MA | 5.9 |
| Clara Barton Oxford, MA | 5.9 |
| Dennett Elementary Plympton, MA | 5.9 |
| EllisonParks Early Education School Mattapan, MA | 5.9 |
| Essex Elementary Essex, MA | 5.9 |
| Hedge Plymouth, MA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alice B Beal Elementary
What grades does Alice B Beal Elementary serve?
Alice B Beal Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Alice B Beal Elementary?
Alice B Beal Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alice B Beal Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Alice B Beal Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alice B Beal Elementary rank in MA?
Alice B Beal Elementary ranks #1,042 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Alice B Beal Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Alice B Beal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alice B Beal Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alice B Beal Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Alice B Beal Elementary a charter school?
No, Alice B Beal Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alice B Beal Elementary a Title I school?
No, Alice B Beal Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7544
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #35 of 61
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