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#863 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 48% in state
Hiram L Dorman
Elementary School · Springfield
20 Lydia Street, Springfield, MA 01109
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#863 of 1,793
In Springfield
#25 of 67
public schools
In district
#25 of 61
Springfield
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Hiram L Dorman
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About Hiram L Dorman
Hiram L Dorman is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Hiram L Dorman serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hiram L Dorman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #863 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Hiram L Dorman show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Hiram L Dorman 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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Hiram L Dorman — Students at Hiram L Dorman score 16% 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: 7.2/10.
How Hiram L Dorman Compares
See how Hiram L Dorman performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20 Lydia Street, Springfield, MA 01109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hiram L Dorman may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank H Freedman (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas M Balliet (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 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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| Francis W Parker Quincy, MA | 6.4 |
| Greenwood Sarah K-8 School Dorchester, MA | 6.4 |
| Haynes Early Education Center Roxbury, MA | 6.4 |
| John D Mc Govern Elementary Medway, MA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hiram L Dorman
What grades does Hiram L Dorman serve?
Hiram L Dorman serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hiram L Dorman?
Hiram L Dorman has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hiram L Dorman?
The student-teacher ratio at Hiram L Dorman is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hiram L Dorman rank in MA?
Hiram L Dorman ranks #863 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Hiram L Dorman's MySchoolScout rating?
Hiram L Dorman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Hiram L Dorman?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hiram L Dorman has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hiram L Dorman a charter school?
No, Hiram L Dorman is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hiram L Dorman a Title I school?
No, Hiram L Dorman is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7554
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #25 of 61
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