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#1422 of 1,793 schools in MA

Chicopee High

High School · Chicopee

820 Front Street, Chicopee, MA 01020

Enrollment

932

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

4.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,422 of 1,793

In Chicopee

#11 of 16

public schools

In district

#10 of 15

Chicopee

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Chicopee High

4.7/10

High School in Chicopee · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Chicopee High

Chicopee High is a public high school in Chicopee, MA, part of Chicopee. Chicopee High serves approximately 932 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Chicopee High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,422 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Chicopee High show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Chicopee High 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-32.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
College Readiness5.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,218
Chronic Absenteeism49.4%

Chicopee High — Students at Chicopee High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 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
58%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
85%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
38.5%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
39%
2023
Math
22%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
16%
ELA
36%
2025
Math
13%
ELA
31%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Chicopee High Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
21th percentile in MA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.9
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
18.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·36 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

820 Front Street, Chicopee, MA 01020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chicopee High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward P. Boland School (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicopee, see our Chicopee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Dupont Middle Chicopee 0.4 mi 5.2
ST STANISLAUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicopee 0.6 mi 4.8
VALLEY WEST SCHOOL Chicopee 0.8 mi 6.8
ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL Springfield 0.9 mi 7.1
Belcher Chicopee 1.0 mi 5.1
Glenwood Springfield 1.2 mi 6.0
Barry Chicopee 1.2 mi 3.4
The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary Learning Springfield 1.2 mi 5.9
Van Sickle Academy Springfield 1.2 mi 7.1
Rise Academy at Van Sickle Springfield 1.2 mi 5.2
Mary O Pottenger Springfield 1.1 mi 5.5
Liberty Springfield 1.3 mi 6.8
Szetela Early Childhood Center Chicopee 1.2 mi 3.9
Samuel Bowles Springfield 1.2 mi 5.9
GRACE ACADEMY Springfield 1.2 mi 5.1
Bowe Chicopee 1.3 mi 3.5
ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chicopee 1.7 mi 5.5
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield 1.9 mi 8.6
Springfield Public Day Elementary School Springfield 1.9 mi 6.3
Edward P. Boland School Springfield 2.0 mi 8.5

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

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Argosy Collegiate Charter School Fall River, MA 4.8
Milford High Milford, MA 4.8
Shepherd Hill Regional High Dudley, MA 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chicopee High

What grades does Chicopee High serve?

Chicopee High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Chicopee High?

Chicopee High has an enrollment of approximately 932 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chicopee High?

The student-teacher ratio at Chicopee High is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chicopee High rank in MA?

Chicopee High ranks #1,422 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Chicopee High's MySchoolScout rating?

Chicopee High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Chicopee High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chicopee High has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Chicopee High a charter school?

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

Is Chicopee High a Title I school?

No, Chicopee High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
932
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.4%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Chicopee
District Enrollment
6,807
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,218
District Rank
#10 of 15

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