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#768 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 43% in state

Litwin

Elementary School · Chicopee

135 Litwin Lane, Chicopee, MA 01020

Enrollment

344

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#768 of 1,793

In Chicopee

#3 of 16

public schools

In district

#2 of 15

Chicopee

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Litwin

6.6/10

Elementary School in Chicopee · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

John F Kennedy Middle

6.8/10

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4.3/10

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About Litwin

Litwin is a public elementary school in Chicopee, MA, part of Chicopee. Litwin serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Litwin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #768 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Litwin show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-13.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.9 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,218
Chronic Absenteeism29.7%

Litwin — Students at Litwin score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 37.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
36.5%
ELA
40.5%
2019
Math
31.8%
ELA
36.8%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
24.3%
ELA
38.8%
2022
Math
38.8%
ELA
30.5%
2023
Math
39%
ELA
33.3%
2024
Math
39.3%
ELA
26.7%
2025
Math
29%
ELA
26.7%

* 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 Litwin Compares

See how Litwin performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in MA
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

Location

135 Litwin Lane, Chicopee, MA 01020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Litwin may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowie (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas M Balliet (rated 7.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Indian Orchard Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Indian Orchard), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicopee, see our Chicopee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
John F Kennedy Middle Springfield 1.5 mi 6.8
Springfield Public Day High School Springfield 1.5 mi 4.3
Harris Brook Elementary School Ludlow 1.9 mi 6.8
Indian Orchard Elementary Indian Orchard 2.1 mi 7.4
Bowie Chicopee 2.4 mi 8.1
Springfield Preparatory Charter School Springfield 2.8 mi 5.2
Chicopee Academy Chicopee 2.5 mi 4.6
Hampden Charter School of Science East Chicopee 2.5 mi 7.0
Warner Springfield 2.8 mi 6.3
Baystate Academy Charter Public School Springfield 3.0 mi 5.7
Thomas M Balliet Springfield 3.2 mi 7.7
Mary M Lynch Springfield 3.2 mi 6.8
GRACE ACADEMY Springfield 2.8 mi 5.1
Hiram L Dorman Springfield 3.3 mi 6.4
Samuel Bowles Springfield 2.9 mi 5.9
Balliet Preschool Springfield 3.4 mi
Springfield Central High Springfield 3.3 mi 6.3
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Ludlow 2.7 mi 6.3
Mary O Pottenger Springfield 3.4 mi 5.5
Streiber Memorial School Chicopee 3.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,971

Median Home Value

$259,100

Median Rent

$1,153/mo

Population

30,230

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

59.7%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

43.8

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Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury, MA 6.6
Clyde Reeves Woburn, MA 6.6
Douglas Primary School Douglas, MA 6.6
Edgar A Hooks Elementary Chelsea, MA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Litwin

What grades does Litwin serve?

Litwin serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Litwin?

Litwin has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Litwin?

The student-teacher ratio at Litwin is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Litwin rank in MA?

Litwin ranks #768 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Litwin's MySchoolScout rating?

Litwin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Litwin?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Litwin has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Litwin a charter school?

No, Litwin is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Litwin a Title I school?

No, Litwin is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

District

Chicopee
District Enrollment
6,807
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,218
District Rank
#2 of 15

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