Very Good
#581 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 32% in state
German Gerena Community School
Elementary School · Springfield
200 Birnie Avenue, Springfield, MA 01107
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#581 of 1,793
In Springfield
#12 of 67
public schools
In district
#13 of 61
Springfield
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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German Gerena Community School
Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About German Gerena Community School
German Gerena Community School is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. German Gerena Community School serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. German Gerena Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #581 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for German Gerena Community School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at German Gerena Community School 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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German Gerena Community School — Students at German Gerena Community School score 24% 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
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 7.5/10.
How German Gerena Community School Compares
See how German Gerena Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 Birnie Avenue, Springfield, MA 01107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering German Gerena Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward P. Boland School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Prep at Chestnut Springfield | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) Springfield | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Springfield Legacy Academy Springfield | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Brightwood Springfield | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Lincoln Springfield | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Springfield Middle School Springfield | 0.3 mi | — |
| Philip G Coburn West Springfield | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Hampden Charter School of Science West West Springfield | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MAY CTR SCHOOL FOR AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DIS West Springfield | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Springfield Public Day Elementary School Springfield | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Bowe Chicopee | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| The Springfield Virtual School Springfield | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Edward P. Boland School Springfield | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Glenwood Springfield | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Libertas Academy Charter School Springfield | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Memorial West Springfield | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| VALLEY WEST SCHOOL Chicopee | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL Springfield | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| West Springfield High West Springfield | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,969
Median Home Value
$215,500
Median Rent
$963/mo
Population
12,270
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
31.2%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
37.2%
Median Age
27.7
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|---|---|
| Craneville Dalton, MA | 7.2 |
| David Mindess Ashland, MA | 7.2 |
| Dean S Luce Canton, MA | 7.2 |
| Fall Brook Leominster, MA | 7.2 |
| Granite Valley School Monson, MA | 7.2 |
| King Elementary School Framingham, MA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about German Gerena Community School
What grades does German Gerena Community School serve?
German Gerena Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend German Gerena Community School?
German Gerena Community School has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at German Gerena Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at German Gerena Community School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does German Gerena Community School rank in MA?
German Gerena Community School ranks #581 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is German Gerena Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
German Gerena Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 German Gerena Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, German Gerena Community School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is German Gerena Community School a charter school?
No, German Gerena Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is German Gerena Community School a Title I school?
No, German Gerena Community School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 623
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7320
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #13 of 61
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