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#746 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 42% in state

Arthur T Talmadge

Elementary School · Springfield

1395 Allen Street, Springfield, MA 01118

Enrollment

224

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#746 of 1,793

In Springfield

#20 of 67

public schools

In district

#20 of 61

Springfield

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Arthur T Talmadge

6.7/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Arthur T Talmadge

Arthur T Talmadge is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Arthur T Talmadge serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Arthur T Talmadge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #746 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Arthur T Talmadge show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9:1 students to teachers, Arthur T Talmadge sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

35% of students at Arthur T Talmadge were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-24.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.3 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,900
Chronic Absenteeism35.3%

Arthur T Talmadge — Students at Arthur T Talmadge score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
18.8%
ELA
36.8%
2019
Math
18.8%
ELA
33.5%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
9.5%
ELA
19.5%
2022
Math
20.8%
ELA
19%
2023
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2024
Math
25%
ELA
20.3%
2025
Math
18%
ELA
16.3%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Arthur T Talmadge Compares

See how Arthur T Talmadge performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in MA
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.3%

Location

1395 Allen Street, Springfield, MA 01118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arthur T Talmadge may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank H Freedman (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frederick Harris (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PIONEER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Springfield 0.5 mi 6.8
Kiley Academy Springfield 0.7 mi 5.8
Kiley Prep Springfield 0.7 mi 5.2
Frank H Freedman Springfield 1.1 mi 8.6
Glickman Elementary Springfield 1.3 mi 7.7
PIONEER VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Springfield 1.1 mi 7.4
Frederick Harris Springfield 1.1 mi 7.8
Daniel B Brunton Springfield 1.1 mi 4.6
John J Duggan Academy Springfield 1.4 mi 7.0
Mapleshade East Longmeadow 1.6 mi 5.2
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence Springfield 1.4 mi 6.2
ST MICHAELS ACADEMY Springfield 1.3 mi 6.3
Birchland Park East Longmeadow 1.7 mi 6.8
MILL POND SCHOOL Springfield 1.5 mi
CURTIS BLAKE DAY SCHOOL Springfield 1.5 mi
POPE FRANCIS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield 1.5 mi 5.0
Mary M Walsh Springfield 1.7 mi 7.5
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School Springfield 1.5 mi 8.5
CHILDREN'S HOUSE Springfield 1.8 mi
Balliet Preschool Springfield 2.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,906

Median Home Value

$243,800

Median Rent

$1,220/mo

Population

15,009

College Educated

30.1%

Homeownership

78.4%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

38.2

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Kensington International School Springfield, MA 6.7
Kittredge North Andover, MA 6.7
L G Nourse Elementary Norton, MA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arthur T Talmadge

What grades does Arthur T Talmadge serve?

Arthur T Talmadge serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Arthur T Talmadge?

Arthur T Talmadge has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arthur T Talmadge?

The student-teacher ratio at Arthur T Talmadge is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Arthur T Talmadge rank in MA?

Arthur T Talmadge ranks #746 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Arthur T Talmadge's MySchoolScout rating?

Arthur T Talmadge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Arthur T Talmadge?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Arthur T Talmadge has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Arthur T Talmadge a charter school?

No, Arthur T Talmadge is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Arthur T Talmadge a Title I school?

No, Arthur T Talmadge is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.3%

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