Very Good
#404 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 23% in state
Frederick Harris
Elementary School · Springfield
58 Hartford Ter, Springfield, MA 01118
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#404 of 1,793
In Springfield
#6 of 67
public schools
In district
#6 of 61
Springfield
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Frederick Harris
Frederick Harris is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Frederick Harris serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick Harris has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #404 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Frederick Harris show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Frederick Harris 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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Frederick Harris — Students at Frederick Harris score 40% 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: 8.2/10.
How Frederick Harris Compares
See how Frederick Harris performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
58 Hartford Ter, Springfield, MA 01118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frederick Harris may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank H Freedman (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Elias Brookings (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,906
Median Home Value
$243,800
Median Rent
$1,220/mo
Population
15,009
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
38.2
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| Birch Meadow Reading, MA | 7.8 |
| Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway, MA | 7.8 |
| Center Longmeadow, MA | 7.8 |
| Chandler Magnet Worcester, MA | 7.8 |
| Daniel Butler Belmont, MA | 7.8 |
| Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough, MA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frederick Harris
What grades does Frederick Harris serve?
Frederick Harris serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Frederick Harris?
Frederick Harris has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick Harris?
The student-teacher ratio at Frederick Harris is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frederick Harris rank in MA?
Frederick Harris ranks #404 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Frederick Harris's MySchoolScout rating?
Frederick Harris has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Frederick Harris?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick Harris has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Frederick Harris a charter school?
No, Frederick Harris is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frederick Harris a Title I school?
No, Frederick Harris is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 512
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7254
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #6 of 61
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