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Mapleshade

Elementary School · East Longmeadow

175 Mapleshade Avenue, East Longmeadow, MA 01028

Enrollment

287

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,261 of 1,793

In East Longmeadow

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

East Longmeadow

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Mapleshade

5.2/10

Elementary School in East Longmeadow · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Birchland Park

6.8/10

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East Longmeadow High

7.1/10

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About Mapleshade

Mapleshade is a public elementary school in East Longmeadow, MA, part of East Longmeadow. Mapleshade serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mapleshade has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,261 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Mapleshade show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+1.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,466
Chronic Absenteeism11.1%

Mapleshade — Students at Mapleshade score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.2% (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
50%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
50.3%
ELA
66.8%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
57.3%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
25.8%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
42%
2023
Math
35%
ELA
31.3%
2024
Math
46%
ELA
40.3%
2025
Math
43.3%
ELA
41.3%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Mapleshade Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
30th percentile in MA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

Location

175 Mapleshade Avenue, East Longmeadow, MA 01028

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mapleshade may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank H Freedman (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frederick Harris (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glickman Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Longmeadow, see our East Longmeadow schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Birchland Park East Longmeadow 0.1 mi 6.8
East Longmeadow High East Longmeadow 1.4 mi 7.1
Meadow Brook East Longmeadow 1.3 mi 4.1
Arthur T Talmadge Springfield 1.6 mi 6.7
Kiley Academy Springfield 1.8 mi 5.8
Kiley Prep Springfield 1.8 mi 5.2
Daniel B Brunton Springfield 1.9 mi 4.6
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence Springfield 1.7 mi 6.2
Mountain View East Longmeadow 1.9 mi 5.1
PIONEER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Springfield 2.2 mi 6.8
PIONEER VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Springfield 2.3 mi 7.4
Frederick Harris Springfield 2.0 mi 7.8
LUBAVITCHER YESHIVA ACADEMY Longmeadow 1.9 mi 5.3
Alice B Beal Elementary Springfield 1.9 mi 5.9
ST MICHAELS ACADEMY Springfield 2.2 mi 6.3
Frank H Freedman Springfield 2.7 mi 8.6
Glickman Elementary Springfield 2.9 mi 7.7
MILL POND SCHOOL Springfield 2.8 mi
CURTIS BLAKE DAY SCHOOL Springfield 2.8 mi
Washington Springfield 2.3 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,997

Median Home Value

$344,100

Median Rent

$1,229/mo

Population

16,283

College Educated

46.5%

Homeownership

86.4%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

42.9

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Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy, MA 5.2
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot Jamaica Plain, MA 5.2
Grafton Street Worcester, MA 5.2
Hardwick Elementary Gilbertville, MA 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mapleshade

What grades does Mapleshade serve?

Mapleshade serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Mapleshade?

Mapleshade has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mapleshade?

The student-teacher ratio at Mapleshade is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mapleshade rank in MA?

Mapleshade ranks #1,261 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Mapleshade's MySchoolScout rating?

Mapleshade has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Mapleshade?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mapleshade has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mapleshade a charter school?

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

Is Mapleshade a Title I school?

No, Mapleshade is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

District

East Longmeadow
District Enrollment
2,507
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,466
District Rank
#3 of 5

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