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#393 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 22% in state

Center

Elementary School · Longmeadow

837 Longmeadow Street, Longmeadow, MA 01106

Enrollment

409

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#393 of 1,793

In Longmeadow

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Longmeadow

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Center

7.8/10

Elementary School in Longmeadow · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Mary's Academy

5.0/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Williams Middle

7.0/10

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About Center

Center is a public elementary school in Longmeadow, MA, part of Longmeadow. Center serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #393 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Center show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • MA avg 6.3

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-1.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+22.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.7 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,961
Chronic Absenteeism7.1%

Center — Students at Center score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (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
77%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
66.8%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
62.5%
ELA
62.3%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
51.5%
ELA
64.8%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
65.5%
2023
Math
62.7%
ELA
63.7%
2024
Math
63.3%
ELA
59%
2025
Math
64.3%
ELA
56.3%

* 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 Center Compares

See how Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in MA
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

Location

837 Longmeadow Street, Longmeadow, MA 01106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wolf Swamp Road (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Blueberry Hill (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Kensington International School (rated 6.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Springfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Longmeadow, see our Longmeadow schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARY'S ACADEMY Longmeadow 0.6 mi 5.0
Williams Middle Longmeadow 0.9 mi 7.0
WILLIE ROSS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Longmeadow 1.2 mi 7.4
Longmeadow High Longmeadow 1.3 mi 8.0
Wolf Swamp Road Longmeadow 1.3 mi 8.0
Blueberry Hill Longmeadow 1.4 mi 7.1
Glenbrook Middle Longmeadow 1.6 mi 7.7
Prudence Crandall School Enfield 2.3 mi 4.2
Sumner Avenue Springfield 2.4 mi 4.5
Benjamin J Phelps Agawam 2.2 mi 6.0
TRINITY NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN Springfield 2.7 mi
Forest Park Middle Springfield 2.8 mi 5.1
Springfield Realization Academy Springfield 2.8 mi 5.1
LUBAVITCHER YESHIVA ACADEMY Longmeadow 2.3 mi 5.3
Alice B Beal Elementary Springfield 2.6 mi 5.9
Springfield High School Springfield 3.0 mi 4.6
Liberty Preparatory Academy Springfield 3.0 mi
Veritas Preparatory Charter School Springfield 3.2 mi 5.5
Kensington International School Springfield 3.1 mi 6.7
Washington Springfield 2.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,961

Median Home Value

$423,800

Median Rent

$2,056/mo

Population

15,961

College Educated

65.2%

Homeownership

90.6%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

45.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Birch Meadow Reading, MA 7.8
Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway, MA 7.8
Chandler Magnet Worcester, MA 7.8
Colegrove Park Elementary North Adams, MA 7.8
Daniel Butler Belmont, MA 7.8
Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough, MA 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Center

What grades does Center serve?

Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Center?

Center has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Center is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Center rank in MA?

Center ranks #393 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Center has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Center a charter school?

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

Is Center a Title I school?

No, Center is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

District

Longmeadow
District Enrollment
2,773
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,961
District Rank
#3 of 6

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