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#748 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 42% in state
Springfield Legacy Academy
Middle School · Springfield
355 Plainfield Street, Springfield, MA 01107
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#748 of 1,793
In Springfield
#22 of 67
public schools
In district
#22 of 61
Springfield
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Springfield Legacy Academy
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About Springfield Legacy Academy
Springfield Legacy Academy is a public middle school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Springfield Legacy Academy serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Springfield Legacy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #748 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Springfield Legacy Academy show 1% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Springfield Legacy Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Springfield Legacy Academy — Students at Springfield Legacy Academy score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 56 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: 8.1/10.
How Springfield Legacy Academy Compares
See how Springfield Legacy Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
355 Plainfield Street, Springfield, MA 01107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Springfield Legacy Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) (rated 6.8/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Impact Prep at Chestnut (rated 5.6/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Prep at Chestnut Springfield | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) Springfield | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| German Gerena Community School Springfield | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Brightwood Springfield | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Lincoln Springfield | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Springfield Middle School Springfield | 0.3 mi | — |
| Philip G Coburn West Springfield | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Hampden Charter School of Science West West Springfield | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MAY CTR SCHOOL FOR AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DIS West Springfield | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Bowe Chicopee | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Springfield Public Day Elementary School Springfield | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| The Springfield Virtual School Springfield | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Edward P. Boland School Springfield | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Glenwood Springfield | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Memorial West Springfield | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Libertas Academy Charter School Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| West Springfield High West Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| VALLEY WEST SCHOOL Chicopee | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL Springfield | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,969
Median Home Value
$215,500
Median Rent
$963/mo
Population
12,270
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
31.2%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
37.2%
Median Age
27.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bird Middle East Walpole, MA | 6.7 |
| Eleanor N Johnson Middle Walpole, MA | 6.7 |
| Pembroke Community Middle School Pembroke, MA | 6.7 |
| Spark Academy Lawrence, MA | 6.7 |
| Albert F Ford Middle School Acushnet, MA | 6.8 |
| Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) Springfield, MA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Springfield Legacy Academy
What grades does Springfield Legacy Academy serve?
Springfield Legacy Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Springfield Legacy Academy?
Springfield Legacy Academy has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Springfield Legacy Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Springfield Legacy Academy is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Springfield Legacy Academy rank in MA?
Springfield Legacy Academy ranks #748 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Springfield Legacy Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Springfield Legacy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Springfield Legacy Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Springfield Legacy Academy has 1% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Springfield Legacy Academy a charter school?
No, Springfield Legacy Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Springfield Legacy Academy a Title I school?
No, Springfield Legacy Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (413) 750-2333
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #22 of 61
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