Below Average
#1448 of 1,793 schools in MA
Chicopee Academy
High School · Chicopee
12 DARE Way, Chicopee, MA 01020
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,448 of 1,793
In Chicopee
#12 of 16
public schools
In district
#11 of 15
Chicopee
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Chicopee Academy
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About Chicopee Academy
Chicopee Academy is a public high school in Chicopee, MA, part of Chicopee. Chicopee Academy serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Chicopee Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,448 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Chicopee Academy show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 69 students, Chicopee Academy 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.
Test scores at Chicopee Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 4.3:1 students to teachers, Chicopee Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Chicopee Academy — Students at Chicopee Academy score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 54 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average 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: 8.0/10.
How Chicopee Academy Compares
See how Chicopee Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12 DARE Way, Chicopee, MA 01020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chicopee Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hampden Charter School of Science East (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Hadley High (rated 6.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby South Hadley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Holyoke), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicopee, see our Chicopee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hampden Charter School of Science East Chicopee | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Bowie Chicopee | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Fairview Elementary Chicopee | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Streiber Memorial School Chicopee | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Bellamy Middle Chicopee | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Plains Elementary South Hadley | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE Holyoke | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| South Hadley High South Hadley | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Kelly Elementary Holyoke | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Belcher Chicopee | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Barry Chicopee | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Litwin Chicopee | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chicopee | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Mosier South Hadley | 3.3 mi | 3.7 |
| SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,971
Median Home Value
$259,100
Median Rent
$1,153/mo
Population
30,230
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Springfield International Academy at Sci-Tech Springfield, MA | 4.5 |
| Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy Chelsea, MA | 4.7 |
| RISE Academy Lawrence, MA | 4.7 |
| Springfield Public Day High School Springfield, MA | 4.3 |
| The Career Academy Lowell, MA | 4.3 |
| Taunton Alternative High School Taunton, MA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chicopee Academy
What grades does Chicopee Academy serve?
Chicopee Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Chicopee Academy?
Chicopee Academy has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chicopee Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Chicopee Academy is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chicopee Academy rank in MA?
Chicopee Academy ranks #1,448 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Chicopee Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Chicopee Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Chicopee Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chicopee Academy has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Chicopee Academy a charter school?
No, Chicopee Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chicopee Academy a Title I school?
No, Chicopee Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 69
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Phone
- (413) 594-3449
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
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District
Chicopee- District Enrollment
- 6,807
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,218
- District Rank
- #11 of 15
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