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#334 of 388 private schools in MA

Pope Francis Preparatory School

High School

99 WENDOVER RD, Springfield, MA 01118

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

397

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

397

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#334 of 388

In Springfield

#7 of 8

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About Pope Francis Preparatory School

Pope Francis Preparatory School is a private high school in Springfield, MA. Pope Francis Preparatory School serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pope Francis Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares1.4 pts below MA schools

5.0

This school 5.0 · Average
MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Pope Francis Preparatory School 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.

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How Pope Francis Preparatory School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Springfield, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.7:1

This School

10.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

397

This School

603

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.0

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.1% vs 0%

Asian 6.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 5.5% vs 0%

Black 5% vs 0%

Pope Francis Preparatory School Springfield Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Pope Francis Preparatory School (this school)	—	397	10.7:1	5.0
Springfield High School	1.2 mi	221	13:1	4.6
Liberty Preparatory Academy	1.2 mi	7	2.3:1	—
John J Duggan Academy	1.2 mi	831	10.9:1	7.0
Springfield High School of Science and Technology	1.3 mi	1,097	11.9:1	6.6
Springfield International Academy at Sci-Tech	1.3 mi	72	12:1	4.5
Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy	1.4 mi	1,383	11.3:1	8.0
Veritas Preparatory Charter School	1.7 mi	615	9.6:1	5.5
Emergence Academy	1.8 mi	231	10.5:1	7.5
High School Of Commerce	1.8 mi	1,060	9:1	5.8
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield	1.9 mi	159	10.6:1	4.2
Gateway to College at Springfield Technical Community Colleg	2.0 mi	25	—:1	—
Conservatory of the Arts	2.0 mi	303	10.4:1	6.3
Springfield Central High	2.1 mi	2,042	12.4:1	6.3
Baystate Academy Charter Public School	2.4 mi	414	7.3:1	5.7
Libertas Academy Charter School	2.5 mi	519	9.8:1	6.9
The Springfield Virtual School	2.6 mi	304	8.2:1	4.8
The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary Learning	2.8 mi	609	12.7:1	5.9
Springfield International Charter School	3.4 mi	1,478	18.7:1	4.4
Springfield Public Day High School	4.3 mi	78	7.8:1	4.3

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.5 / 10

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School Day Length 5.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 974.4

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 41%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 397

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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)

White 76.1%

Asian 6.3%

Two or More 6.3%

Hispanic 5.5%

Black 5.0%

Pacific Islander 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

99 WENDOVER RD, Springfield, MA 01118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pope Francis Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John J Duggan Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Springfield High School of Science and Technology (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School Springfield	0.1 mi	290	8.5
ST MICHAELS ACADEMY Springfield	0.4 mi	335	6.3
Frederick Harris Springfield	0.6 mi	512	7.8
CHILDREN'S HOUSE Springfield	1.0 mi	1	—
White Street Springfield	0.9 mi	392	6.1
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence Springfield	1.2 mi	356	6.2
Frank H Freedman Springfield	1.1 mi	267	8.6
Washington Springfield	1.3 mi	397	5.9
Springfield High School of Science and Technology Springfield	1.3 mi	1,097	6.6
Springfield International Academy at Sci-Tech Springfield	1.3 mi	72	4.5
John J Duggan Academy Springfield	1.2 mi	831	7.0
Springfield Public Day Middle School Springfield	1.1 mi	61	5.6
Springfield High School Springfield	1.2 mi	221	4.6
Liberty Preparatory Academy Springfield	1.2 mi	7	—
STEM Middle Academy Springfield	1.4 mi	287	6.0
Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy Springfield	1.4 mi	1,383	8.0
Springfield Transition Academy Springfield	1.4 mi	115	4.4
Elias Brookings Springfield	1.1 mi	289	7.5
Kensington International School Springfield	1.2 mi	262	6.7
Benjamin Swan Elementary Springfield	1.3 mi	499	5.2

Neighborhood 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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Charles McCann Vocational Technical North Adams, MA	520	5.0
Ralph C Mahar Regional Orange, MA	504	5.0
Academy Of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School Hyde Park, MA	440	5.1
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School Brighton, MA	459	5.1
Claremont Academy Worcester, MA	478	4.9
NOTRE DAME CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Methuen, MA	299	5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pope Francis Preparatory School

What grades does Pope Francis Preparatory School serve?

Pope Francis Preparatory School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Pope Francis Preparatory School?

Pope Francis Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pope Francis Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pope Francis Preparatory School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Pope Francis Preparatory School rank in MA?

Pope Francis Preparatory School ranks #334 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Pope Francis Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pope Francis Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Pope Francis Preparatory School a private school?

Yes, Pope Francis Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Pope Francis Preparatory School a religious school?

Pope Francis Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 41 Some Transit
Bike Score: 36 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 397
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 37
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 5.8 hours
Days Per Year: 168 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Hampden County
Phone: (833) 999-7673

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