Excellent
#189 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 11% in state
Frank H Freedman
Elementary School · Springfield
90 Cherokee Dr, Springfield, MA 01109
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#189 of 1,793
In Springfield
#1 of 67
public schools
In district
#1 of 61
Springfield
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Frank H Freedman
Frank H Freedman is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Frank H Freedman serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Frank H Freedman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Frank H Freedman show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Frank H Freedman 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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Frank H Freedman — Students at Frank H Freedman score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Frank H Freedman Compares
See how Frank H Freedman performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
90 Cherokee Dr, Springfield, MA 01109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frank H Freedman may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Frederick Harris (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Glickman Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,821
Median Home Value
$203,100
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
31,418
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
45.9%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
29.1
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| Bates Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 8.6 |
| Bridge Boston Charter School Roxbury, MA | 8.6 |
| Martha Jones Westwood, MA | 8.6 |
| Mason-Rice Newton Centre, MA | 8.6 |
| Peirce West Newton, MA | 8.6 |
| Wildwood Elementary Amherst, MA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frank H Freedman
What grades does Frank H Freedman serve?
Frank H Freedman serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Frank H Freedman?
Frank H Freedman has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frank H Freedman?
The student-teacher ratio at Frank H Freedman is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frank H Freedman rank in MA?
Frank H Freedman ranks #189 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Frank H Freedman's MySchoolScout rating?
Frank H Freedman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Frank H Freedman?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frank H Freedman has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Frank H Freedman a charter school?
No, Frank H Freedman is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frank H Freedman a Title I school?
No, Frank H Freedman is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7443
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #1 of 61
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