Very Good
#480 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 27% in state
Mary M Walsh
Elementary School · Springfield
50 Empress Ct, Springfield, MA 01129
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#480 of 1,793
In Springfield
#10 of 67
public schools
In district
#10 of 61
Springfield
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Mary M Walsh
Mary M Walsh is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Mary M Walsh serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary M Walsh has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #480 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mary M Walsh show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Mary M Walsh sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
40% of students at Mary M Walsh 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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Mary M Walsh — Students at Mary M Walsh score 31% 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: 8.5/10.
How Mary M Walsh Compares
See how Mary M Walsh performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 Empress Ct, Springfield, MA 01129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary M Walsh may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank H Freedman (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glickman Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Thomas M Balliet (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MILL POND SCHOOL Springfield | 0.2 mi | — |
| CURTIS BLAKE DAY SCHOOL Springfield | 0.2 mi | — |
| PIONEER VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Springfield | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Springfield International Charter School Springfield | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Glickman Elementary Springfield | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Kiley Academy Springfield | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Kiley Prep Springfield | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Daniel B Brunton Springfield | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Mary M Lynch Springfield | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PIONEER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Springfield | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Warner Springfield | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Arthur T Talmadge Springfield | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Frank H Freedman Springfield | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| John J Duggan Academy Springfield | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Thomas M Balliet Springfield | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Balliet Preschool Springfield | 1.9 mi | — |
| Meadow Brook East Longmeadow | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Stony Hill School Wilbraham | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Indian Orchard Elementary Indian Orchard | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Wilbraham Middle Wilbraham | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,500
Median Home Value
$239,200
Median Rent
$1,325/mo
Population
5,993
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
43.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont, MA | 7.5 |
| Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem, MA | 7.5 |
| Deerfield Elementary South Deerfield, MA | 7.5 |
| Elias Brookings Springfield, MA | 7.5 |
| FAYERWEATHER STREET SCHOOL Cambridge, MA | 7.5 |
| Hadley Elementary Hadley, MA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary M Walsh
What grades does Mary M Walsh serve?
Mary M Walsh serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mary M Walsh?
Mary M Walsh has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary M Walsh?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary M Walsh is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary M Walsh rank in MA?
Mary M Walsh ranks #480 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mary M Walsh's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary M Walsh has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 M Walsh?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary M Walsh has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mary M Walsh a charter school?
No, Mary M Walsh is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary M Walsh a Title I school?
No, Mary M Walsh is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7448
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #10 of 61
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