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Mary O Pottenger
Elementary School · Springfield
1435 Carew Street, Springfield, MA 01104
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,195 of 1,793
In Springfield
#48 of 67
public schools
In district
#45 of 61
Springfield
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Mary O Pottenger
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About Mary O Pottenger
Mary O Pottenger is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Mary O Pottenger serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary O Pottenger has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,195 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mary O Pottenger show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Mary O Pottenger 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 O Pottenger — Students at Mary O Pottenger score 25% 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: 4.9/10.
How Mary O Pottenger Compares
See how Mary O Pottenger performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1435 Carew Street, Springfield, MA 01104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary O Pottenger may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Springfield International Academy at Johnson (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary Learning Springfield | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Van Sickle Academy Springfield | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Rise Academy at Van Sickle Springfield | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Samuel Bowles Springfield | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| GRACE ACADEMY Springfield | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Liberty Springfield | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL Springfield | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Margaret C Ells Springfield | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Chicopee High Chicopee | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Springfield Central High Springfield | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Springfield Preparatory Charter School Springfield | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| VALLEY WEST SCHOOL Chicopee | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Baystate Academy Charter Public School Springfield | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Glenwood Springfield | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| STEM Middle Academy Springfield | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Rebecca M Johnson Springfield | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Springfield International Academy at Johnson Springfield | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy Springfield | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Springfield Transition Academy Springfield | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Dupont Middle Chicopee | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,530
Median Home Value
$210,800
Median Rent
$1,004/mo
Population
21,745
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
46.1%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookfield Brockton, MA | 5.5 |
| Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School Boston, MA | 5.5 |
| Edgartown Elementary Edgartown, MA | 5.5 |
| Falls North Attleborough, MA | 5.5 |
| Fletcher/Maynard Academy Cambridge, MA | 5.5 |
| Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee, MA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary O Pottenger
What grades does Mary O Pottenger serve?
Mary O Pottenger serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mary O Pottenger?
Mary O Pottenger has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary O Pottenger?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary O Pottenger is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary O Pottenger rank in MA?
Mary O Pottenger ranks #1,195 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mary O Pottenger's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary O Pottenger 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 Mary O Pottenger?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary O Pottenger has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mary O Pottenger a charter school?
No, Mary O Pottenger is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary O Pottenger a Title I school?
No, Mary O Pottenger is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 366
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7266
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #45 of 61
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