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#191 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 49% of private schools
St Michaels Academy
Elementary School
153 EDDYWOOD ST, Springfield, MA 01118
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#191 of 388
In Springfield
#5 of 8
public schools
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St Michaels Academy
Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Michaels Academy
St Michaels Academy is a private elementary school in Springfield, MA. St Michaels Academy serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michaels Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Michaels 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 St Michaels Academy compares to 60 public schools serving similar grades in Springfield, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Michaels Academy (this school) | 6.3 |
| Frederick Harris | 7.8 |
| Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School | 8.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence | 6.2 |
| White Street | 6.1 |
| Washington | 5.9 |
| Kensington International School | 6.7 |
| Frank H Freedman | 8.6 |
| Arthur T Talmadge | 6.7 |
| Elias Brookings | 7.5 |
| Springfield Public Day Middle School | 5.6 |
| Forest Park Middle | 5.1 |
| Springfield Realization Academy | 5.1 |
| Alice B Beal Elementary | 5.9 |
| John J Duggan Academy | 7.0 |
| Benjamin Swan Elementary | 5.2 |
| William N. DeBerry | 4.8 |
| Early Childhood Education Center | 5.8 |
| Veritas Preparatory Charter School | 5.5 |
| STEM Middle Academy | 6.0 |
| Springfield International Academy at Johnson | 6.2 |
Showing 20 of 60 schools. View all schools in Springfield
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
153 EDDYWOOD ST, Springfield, MA 01118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Michaels Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank H Freedman (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frederick Harris (rated 7.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood 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 | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chace Street Somerset, MA | 6.3 |
| Cushing Elementary Scituate, MA | 6.3 |
| Franklin North Andover, MA | 6.3 |
| Hatherly Elementary Scituate, MA | 6.3 |
| Heard Street Worcester, MA | 6.3 |
| Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton, MA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Michaels Academy
What grades does St Michaels Academy serve?
St Michaels Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Michaels Academy?
St Michaels Academy has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michaels Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Michaels Academy is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Michaels Academy rank in MA?
St Michaels Academy ranks #191 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Michaels Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Michaels Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Michaels Academy a private school?
Yes, St Michaels Academy 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 St Michaels Academy a religious school?
St Michaels Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Phone
- (413) 782-5246
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