Excellent
#213 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 12% in state
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School
Elementary School · Springfield
190 Surrey Rd, Springfield, MA 01118
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#213 of 1,793
In Springfield
#4 of 67
public schools
In district
#4 of 61
Springfield
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School
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About Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Mary A.
Dryden Veterans Memorial School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #213 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School — Students at Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School score 36% 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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.8/10.
How Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School Compares
See how Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
190 Surrey Rd, Springfield, MA 01118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank H Freedman (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Frederick Harris (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Elias Brookings (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,906
Median Home Value
$243,800
Median Rent
$1,220/mo
Population
15,009
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School
What grades does Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School serve?
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School?
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School rank in MA?
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School ranks #213 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School a charter school?
No, Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School a Title I school?
No, Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 290
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.6%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7248
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #4 of 61
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