Below Average
#370 of 388 private schools in MA
St Thomas the Apostle School
Elementary School
75 PINE ST, West Springfield, MA 01089
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#370 of 388
In West Springfield
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Thomas the Apostle School
Elementary School in West Springfield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas the Apostle School
St Thomas the Apostle School is a private elementary school in West Springfield, MA. St Thomas the Apostle School serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas the Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #370 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 152 students, St Thomas the Apostle 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.
St Thomas the Apostle School 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 Thomas the Apostle School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in West Springfield, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas the Apostle School (this school) | 4.4 |
| Mittineague | 6.4 |
| Philip G Coburn | 6.0 |
| Memorial | 5.8 |
| Tatham | 9.1 |
| John R Fausey | 7.7 |
| West Springfield Middle | 4.3 |
| Hampden Charter School of Science West | 6.4 |
| John Ashley | 6.1 |
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.
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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
75 PINE ST, West Springfield, MA 01089
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas the Apostle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tatham (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John R Fausey (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, German Gerena Community School (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Springfield, see our West Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mittineague West Springfield | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| West Springfield High West Springfield | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| William P. Sapelli Elementary Agawam | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Memorial West Springfield | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Philip G Coburn West Springfield | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| West Springfield Middle West Springfield | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| John R Fausey West Springfield | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Tatham West Springfield | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Roberta G. Doering School Agawam | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Brightwood Springfield | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Lincoln Springfield | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Impact Prep at Chestnut Springfield | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) Springfield | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Springfield Legacy Academy Springfield | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Hampden Charter School of Science West West Springfield | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| MAY CTR SCHOOL FOR AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DIS West Springfield | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Agawam High Agawam | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| German Gerena Community School Springfield | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Springfield Middle School Springfield | 2.0 mi | — |
| Agawam Early Childhood Center Agawam | 2.8 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01089 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,401
Median Home Value
$307,900
Median Rent
$1,121/mo
Population
28,635
College Educated
34.9%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.4
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| Lawrence Family Public Academy Lawrence, MA | 4.4 |
| Perkins Elementary School South Boston, MA | 4.4 |
| HOLY NAME SCHOOL Fall River, MA | 4.5 |
| METROWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ashland, MA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas the Apostle School
What grades does St Thomas the Apostle School serve?
St Thomas the Apostle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas the Apostle School?
St Thomas the Apostle School has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas the Apostle School rank in MA?
St Thomas the Apostle School ranks #370 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Thomas the Apostle School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas the Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas the Apostle School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas the Apostle School 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 Thomas the Apostle School a religious school?
St Thomas the Apostle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 152
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Phone
- (413) 739-4131
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