Below Average
#1572 of 1,793 schools in MA
Springfield Public Day High School
High School · Springfield
90 Berkshire Street, Springfield, MA 01151
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,572 of 1,793
In Springfield
#65 of 67
public schools
In district
#60 of 61
Springfield
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Springfield Public Day High School
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About Springfield Public Day High School
Springfield Public Day High School is a public high school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Springfield Public Day High School serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Springfield Public Day High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,572 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Springfield Public Day High School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Springfield Public Day High School 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.
Test scores at Springfield Public Day High School 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.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Springfield Public Day High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Springfield Public Day High School — Students at Springfield Public Day High School score 5% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 27 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Springfield Public Day High School Compares
See how Springfield Public Day High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
90 Berkshire Street, Springfield, MA 01151
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Springfield Public Day High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. John J Duggan Academy (rated 7.0/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ludlow Senior High (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Ludlow), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Baystate Academy Charter Public School (rated 5.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Middle Springfield | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Indian Orchard Elementary Indian Orchard | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Warner Springfield | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Litwin Chicopee | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Harris Brook Elementary School Ludlow | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Mary M Lynch Springfield | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Ludlow | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Thomas M Balliet Springfield | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Balliet Preschool Springfield | 2.5 mi | — |
| Springfield International Charter School Springfield | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| East Street Elementary School Ludlow | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Glickman Elementary Springfield | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Hiram L Dorman Springfield | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Ludlow Senior High Ludlow | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Mary M Walsh Springfield | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Springfield Preparatory Charter School Springfield | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Baystate Academy Charter Public School Springfield | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MILL POND SCHOOL Springfield | 3.1 mi | — |
| CURTIS BLAKE DAY SCHOOL Springfield | 3.1 mi | — |
| John J Duggan Academy Springfield | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,113
Median Home Value
$219,800
Median Rent
$1,239/mo
Population
9,627
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
45.1%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Career Academy Lowell, MA | 4.3 |
| Full Circle High School Somerville, MA | 4.2 |
| Springfield International Academy at Sci-Tech Springfield, MA | 4.5 |
| TRIVIUM SCHOOL Lancaster, MA | 4.1 |
| Chicopee Academy Chicopee, MA | 4.6 |
| Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy Chelsea, MA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Springfield Public Day High School
What grades does Springfield Public Day High School serve?
Springfield Public Day High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Springfield Public Day High School?
Springfield Public Day High School has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Springfield Public Day High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Springfield Public Day High School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Springfield Public Day High School rank in MA?
Springfield Public Day High School ranks #1,572 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Springfield Public Day High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Springfield Public Day High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Public Day High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Springfield Public Day High School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
Is Springfield Public Day High School a charter school?
No, Springfield Public Day High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Springfield Public Day High School a Title I school?
No, Springfield Public Day High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.4%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7036
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #60 of 61
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