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Forest Park Middle
Middle School · Springfield
46 Oakland Street, Springfield, MA 01108
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,313 of 1,793
In Springfield
#54 of 67
public schools
In district
#50 of 61
Springfield
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About Forest Park Middle
Forest Park Middle is a public middle school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Forest Park Middle serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,313 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Park Middle show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Forest Park Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
57% of students at Forest Park Middle 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
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Forest Park Middle — Students at Forest Park Middle score 13% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 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: 6.2/10.
How Forest Park Middle Compares
See how Forest Park Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
46 Oakland Street, Springfield, MA 01108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Park Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Emergence Academy (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South End Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Springfield Public Day Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield Realization Academy Springfield | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| TRINITY NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN Springfield | 0.1 mi | — |
| Kensington International School Springfield | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Springfield High School Springfield | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Liberty Preparatory Academy Springfield | 0.3 mi | — |
| Sumner Avenue Springfield | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| White Street Springfield | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Elias Brookings Springfield | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Veritas Preparatory Charter School Springfield | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Washington Springfield | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Springfield Public Day Middle School Springfield | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| SPRINGFIELD COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY Springfield | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| South End Middle School Springfield | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Milton Bradley School Springfield | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Alice B Beal Elementary Springfield | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Benjamin Swan Elementary Springfield | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| William N. DeBerry Springfield | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| High School Of Commerce Springfield | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Emergence Academy Springfield | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School Springfield | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,851
Median Home Value
$219,500
Median Rent
$1,224/mo
Population
27,409
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
47.3%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School East Harwich, MA | 5.1 |
| Hoosac Valley Middle School Cheshire, MA | 5.1 |
| Springfield Realization Academy Springfield, MA | 5.1 |
| Kiley Prep Springfield, MA | 5.2 |
| Rise Academy at Van Sickle Springfield, MA | 5.2 |
| Frederick Pilot Middle School Dorchester, MA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Park Middle
What grades does Forest Park Middle serve?
Forest Park Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Forest Park Middle?
Forest Park Middle has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Middle is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Park Middle rank in MA?
Forest Park Middle ranks #1,313 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Forest Park Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Forest Park Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Park Middle has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Forest Park Middle a charter school?
No, Forest Park Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Park Middle a Title I school?
No, Forest Park Middle is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 284
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.4%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7420
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #50 of 61
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