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#1178 of 1,793 schools in MA
Holyoke Stem Academy
Middle School · Holyoke
1045 Main Street, Holyoke, MA 01040
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,178 of 1,793
In Holyoke
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Holyoke
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Holyoke Stem Academy
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About Holyoke Stem Academy
Holyoke Stem Academy is a public middle school in Holyoke, MA, part of Holyoke. Holyoke Stem Academy serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Holyoke Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,178 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Holyoke Stem Academy show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Holyoke Stem Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
46% of students at Holyoke Stem Academy 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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Holyoke Stem Academy — Students at Holyoke Stem Academy score 4% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 3%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 70 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: 8.5/10.
How Holyoke Stem Academy Compares
See how Holyoke Stem Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1045 Main Street, Holyoke, MA 01040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holyoke Stem Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Joseph Metcalf School (rated 2.9/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Holyoke, see our Holyoke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Holyoke Community Charter School Holyoke | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Maurice A Donahue Elementary Holyoke | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Joseph Metcalf School Holyoke | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Lt Elmer J McMahon Elementary Holyoke | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| CENTER SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Gen John J Stefanik Chicopee | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Holyoke High Holyoke | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Gateway to College at Holyoke Community College Holyoke | 1.6 mi | — |
| Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| John Ashley West Springfield | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary Holyoke | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chicopee | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Szetela Early Childhood Center Chicopee | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Kelly Elementary Holyoke | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,892
Median Home Value
$255,300
Median Rent
$1,016/mo
Population
37,949
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
39.1
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|---|---|
| Amesbury Middle Amesbury, MA | 5.5 |
| Broad Meadows Middle Quincy, MA | 5.5 |
| Central Tree Middle Rutland, MA | 5.4 |
| Great Falls Middle Montague, MA | 5.4 |
| Howard School West Bridgewater, MA | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holyoke Stem Academy
What grades does Holyoke Stem Academy serve?
Holyoke Stem Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Holyoke Stem Academy?
Holyoke Stem Academy has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holyoke Stem Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Holyoke Stem Academy is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holyoke Stem Academy rank in MA?
Holyoke Stem Academy ranks #1,178 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Holyoke Stem Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Holyoke Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Holyoke Stem Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holyoke Stem Academy has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Holyoke Stem Academy a charter school?
No, Holyoke Stem Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Holyoke Stem Academy a Title I school?
No, Holyoke Stem Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.7%
- Phone
- (413) 535-0345
Resources & Links
District
Holyoke- District Enrollment
- 4,898
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,313
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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