Very Good
#481 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 27% in state
Emergence Academy
Middle School · Springfield
415 State Street, Springfield, MA 01105
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 10th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#481 of 1,793
In Springfield
#11 of 67
public schools
In district
#11 of 61
Springfield
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Emergence Academy
Emergence Academy is a public middle school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Emergence Academy serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades 6th-10th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Emergence Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #481 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Emergence Academy show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 3% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Emergence 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.
Score Breakdown
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Emergence Academy — Students at Emergence Academy score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 50 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Emergence Academy Compares
See how Emergence Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
415 State Street, Springfield, MA 01105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emergence Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. South End Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Springfield Public Day Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Veritas Preparatory Charter School (rated 5.5/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$22,994
Median Home Value
$238,400
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
11,469
College Educated
8.3%
Homeownership
11.3%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
47.2%
Median Age
30.9
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| Old Hammondtown Mattapoisett, MA | 7.6 |
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| Triton Regional Middle School Byfield, MA | 7.6 |
| Glenbrook Middle Longmeadow, MA | 7.7 |
| LANDMARK ELEMENTARYMIDDLE SCHOOL Manchester, MA | 7.7 |
| Millis Middle Millis, MA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emergence Academy
What grades does Emergence Academy serve?
Emergence Academy serves students in grades 6th through 10th.
How many students attend Emergence Academy?
Emergence Academy has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emergence Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Emergence Academy is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emergence Academy rank in MA?
Emergence Academy ranks #481 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Emergence Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Emergence Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Emergence Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emergence Academy has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 3% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Emergence Academy a charter school?
No, Emergence Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emergence Academy a Title I school?
No, Emergence Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 231
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (413) 750-2887
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #11 of 61
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