Very Good
#125 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 32% of private schools
May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis
School
511 MAIN ST, West Springfield, MA 01089
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#125 of 388
In West Springfield
#1 of 2
public schools
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May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis
School in West Springfield · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis
May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis is a private school in West Springfield, MA. May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6:1 students to teachers, May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in West Springfield, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis (this school) | 7.0 |
| Hampden Charter School of Science West | 6.4 |
| Philip G Coburn | 6.0 |
| Memorial | 5.8 |
| Mittineague | 6.4 |
| West Springfield High | 6.2 |
| West Springfield Middle | 4.3 |
| John R Fausey | 7.7 |
| Tatham | 9.1 |
| John Ashley | 6.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
511 MAIN ST, West Springfield, MA 01089
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis may also want to explore other schools in the area. Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward P. Boland School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, German Gerena Community School (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Springfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Springfield, see our West Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hampden Charter School of Science West West Springfield | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Brightwood Springfield | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Lincoln Springfield | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Philip G Coburn West Springfield | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| The Springfield Virtual School Springfield | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Impact Prep at Chestnut Springfield | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) Springfield | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Springfield Legacy Academy Springfield | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| German Gerena Community School Springfield | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Memorial West Springfield | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Springfield Middle School Springfield | 1.2 mi | — |
| Libertas Academy Charter School Springfield | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Roberta G. Doering School Agawam | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| South End Middle School Springfield | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Springfield Public Day Elementary School Springfield | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Edward P. Boland School Springfield | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Conservatory of the Arts Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Milton Bradley School Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Mittineague West Springfield | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01089 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,401
Median Home Value
$307,900
Median Rent
$1,121/mo
Population
28,635
College Educated
34.9%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norwood, MA | 7.2 |
| HIGH POINT SCHOOL Lenox, MA | 7.3 |
| NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE Holyoke, MA | 7.3 |
| CNS/PATHWAYS ACADEMY Arlington, MA | 7.4 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton, MA | 6.6 |
| WILLIE ROSS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Longmeadow, MA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis
What grades does May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis serve?
May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis?
May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis?
The student-teacher ratio at May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis rank in MA?
May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis ranks #125 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis's MySchoolScout rating?
May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis a private school?
Yes, May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis a religious school?
No, May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 75% M / 25% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 222 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Phone
- (413) 785-5462
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