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#212 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 12% in state

Edward P. Boland School

Elementary School · Springfield

426 Armory Street, Springfield, MA 01104

Enrollment

554

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#212 of 1,793

In Springfield

#3 of 67

public schools

In district

#3 of 61

Springfield

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Edward P. Boland School

8.5/10

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

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8.6/10

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6.3/10

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About Edward P. Boland School

Edward P. Boland School is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Edward P.

Boland School serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Edward P. Boland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #212 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Edward P. Boland School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-14.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+27.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,900
Chronic Absenteeism27.6%

Edward P. Boland School — Students at Edward P. Boland School score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 20.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 27.2% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
23%
ELA
25%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
28.5%
2019
Math
17.5%
ELA
25.5%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
9.6%
ELA
18.3%
2022
Math
12.5%
ELA
24.5%
2023
Math
16.3%
ELA
21.7%
2024
Math
27.7%
ELA
29.3%
2025
Math
28%
ELA
33.3%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Edward P. Boland School Compares

See how Edward P. Boland School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
88th percentile in MA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.6%

Location

426 Armory Street, Springfield, MA 01104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edward P. Boland School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School (rated 8.6/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Liberty (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield 0.1 mi 8.6
Springfield Public Day Elementary School Springfield 0.1 mi 6.3
Liberty Springfield 0.7 mi 6.8
Glenwood Springfield 0.9 mi 6.0
Gateway to College at Springfield Technical Community Colleg Springfield 0.9 mi
RFK ACADEMY SCHOOL Springfield 0.9 mi
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield Springfield 0.9 mi 4.2
Libertas Academy Charter School Springfield 1.0 mi 6.9
ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL Springfield 1.0 mi 7.1
Conservatory of the Arts Springfield 1.1 mi 6.3
High School Of Commerce Springfield 1.1 mi 5.8
Emergence Academy Springfield 1.1 mi 7.5
VALLEY WEST SCHOOL Chicopee 1.2 mi 6.8
The Springfield Virtual School Springfield 1.2 mi 4.8
The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary Learning Springfield 1.1 mi 5.9
Van Sickle Academy Springfield 1.1 mi 7.1
Rise Academy at Van Sickle Springfield 1.1 mi 5.2
Springfield Middle School Springfield 1.0 mi
Milton Bradley School Springfield 1.3 mi 6.4
Rebecca M Johnson Springfield 1.2 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,530

Median Home Value

$210,800

Median Rent

$1,004/mo

Population

21,745

College Educated

12.8%

Homeownership

46.1%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

21.8%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edward P. Boland School

What grades does Edward P. Boland School serve?

Edward P. Boland School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Edward P. Boland School?

Edward P. Boland School has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edward P. Boland School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edward P. Boland School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edward P. Boland School rank in MA?

Edward P. Boland School ranks #212 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Edward P. Boland School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edward P. Boland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Edward P. Boland School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edward P. Boland School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Edward P. Boland School a charter school?

No, Edward P. Boland School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edward P. Boland School a Title I school?

No, Edward P. Boland School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
57 Good Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.6%

District

Springfield
District Enrollment
23,693
Schools in District
66
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,900
District Rank
#3 of 61

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