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#1616 of 1,793 schools in MA

Rebecca M Johnson

Elementary School · Springfield

55 Catherine Street, Springfield, MA 01109

Enrollment

595

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,616 of 1,793

In Springfield

#67 of 67

public schools

In district

#61 of 61

Springfield

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Rebecca M Johnson

4.1/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Springfield International Academy at Johnson

6.2/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Early Childhood Education Center

5.8/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Rebecca M Johnson

Rebecca M Johnson is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Rebecca M Johnson serves approximately 595 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rebecca M Johnson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,616 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Rebecca M Johnson show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at Rebecca M Johnson 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-25.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.6 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,900
Chronic Absenteeism49.7%

Rebecca M Johnson — Students at Rebecca M Johnson score 18% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 27.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
39%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
39.3%
ELA
33.3%
2019
Math
44.3%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
9.5%
ELA
25.8%
2022
Math
13.8%
ELA
18%
2023
Math
24.3%
ELA
20.7%
2024
Math
17.3%
ELA
16.7%
2025
Math
17%
ELA
19%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Rebecca M Johnson Compares

See how Rebecca M Johnson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
10th percentile in MA
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.7%

Location

55 Catherine Street, Springfield, MA 01109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rebecca M Johnson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elias Brookings (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Springfield International Academy at Johnson (rated 6.2/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Benjamin Swan Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Springfield International Academy at Johnson Springfield 0.0 mi 6.2
Early Childhood Education Center Springfield 0.1 mi 5.8
SPRINGFIELD SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Springfield 0.2 mi 4.2
Benjamin Swan Elementary Springfield 0.3 mi 5.2
William N. DeBerry Springfield 0.3 mi 4.8
Springfield Public Day Middle School Springfield 0.8 mi 5.6
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield Springfield 0.6 mi 4.2
RFK ACADEMY SCHOOL Springfield 0.7 mi
Elias Brookings Springfield 1.0 mi 7.5
High School Of Commerce Springfield 0.8 mi 5.8
Emergence Academy Springfield 0.8 mi 7.5
Margaret C Ells Springfield 0.9 mi 5.8
Gateway to College at Springfield Technical Community Colleg Springfield 0.8 mi
STEM Middle Academy Springfield 0.8 mi 6.0
Springfield High School of Science and Technology Springfield 0.8 mi 6.6
Springfield International Academy at Sci-Tech Springfield 0.8 mi 4.5
Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy Springfield 0.9 mi 8.0
Springfield Transition Academy Springfield 0.9 mi 4.4
SPRINGFIELD COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY Springfield 1.1 mi 7.6
Conservatory of the Arts Springfield 1.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,821

Median Home Value

$203,100

Median Rent

$1,112/mo

Population

31,418

College Educated

17.3%

Homeownership

45.9%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

29.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rebecca M Johnson

What grades does Rebecca M Johnson serve?

Rebecca M Johnson serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rebecca M Johnson?

Rebecca M Johnson has an enrollment of approximately 595 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rebecca M Johnson?

The student-teacher ratio at Rebecca M Johnson is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rebecca M Johnson rank in MA?

Rebecca M Johnson ranks #1,616 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Rebecca M Johnson's MySchoolScout rating?

Rebecca M Johnson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Rebecca M Johnson?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rebecca M Johnson has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rebecca M Johnson a charter school?

No, Rebecca M Johnson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rebecca M Johnson a Title I school?

No, Rebecca M Johnson is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.7%

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