Very Good
#64 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 16% of private schools
Springfield Commonwealth Academy
High School
1 AMES HILL DR, Springfield, MA 01105
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#64 of 388
In Springfield
#1 of 8
public schools
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About Springfield Commonwealth Academy
Springfield Commonwealth Academy is a private high school in Springfield, MA. Springfield Commonwealth Academy serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Springfield Commonwealth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #64 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Springfield Commonwealth Academy 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Springfield Commonwealth Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Springfield Commonwealth Academy 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 Springfield Commonwealth Academy compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Springfield, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
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
1 AMES HILL DR, Springfield, MA 01105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Springfield Commonwealth Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Conservatory of the Arts (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is High School Of Commerce (rated 5.8/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield (rated 4.2/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$22,994
Median Home Value
$238,400
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
11,469
College Educated
8.3%
Homeownership
11.3%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
47.2%
Median Age
30.9
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| DEVEREUX SCHOOL Rutland, MA | 7.5 |
| WHITNEY ACADEMY East Freetown, MA | 7.4 |
| AMEGO Attleboro, MA | 7.3 |
| FL CHAMBERLAIN SCHOOL Middleboro, MA | 7.9 |
| IVY STREET SCHOOL Brookline, MA | 8.0 |
| Greater Egleston High School Roxbury, MA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Springfield Commonwealth Academy
What grades does Springfield Commonwealth Academy serve?
Springfield Commonwealth Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Springfield Commonwealth Academy?
Springfield Commonwealth Academy has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Springfield Commonwealth Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Springfield Commonwealth Academy is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Springfield Commonwealth Academy rank in MA?
Springfield Commonwealth Academy ranks #64 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Springfield Commonwealth Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Springfield Commonwealth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Springfield Commonwealth Academy a private school?
Yes, Springfield Commonwealth Academy is a private all-boys 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 Springfield Commonwealth Academy a religious school?
No, Springfield Commonwealth Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Phone
- (413) 686-7835
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