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Washington

Elementary School · Springfield

141 Washington Street, Springfield, MA 01108

Enrollment

397

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,044 of 1,793

In Springfield

#38 of 67

public schools

In district

#37 of 61

Springfield

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Washington

5.9/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

White Street

6.1/10

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5.9/10

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About Washington

Washington is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Washington serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,044 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Washington show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Washington were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.9 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,900
Chronic Absenteeism39%

Washington — Students at Washington score 19% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 30.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
26.3%
ELA
33.8%
2019
Math
34.3%
ELA
41.3%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17.3%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
21.5%
ELA
17.5%
2023
Math
26.3%
ELA
23.3%
2024
Math
19.7%
ELA
20.3%
2025
Math
19%
ELA
19.7%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Washington Compares

See how Washington performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in MA
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.0%

Location

141 Washington Street, Springfield, MA 01108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frederick Harris (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elias Brookings (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
White Street Springfield 0.6 mi 6.1
Alice B Beal Elementary Springfield 0.7 mi 5.9
Springfield High School Springfield 0.6 mi 4.6
Liberty Preparatory Academy Springfield 0.6 mi
TRINITY NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN Springfield 0.7 mi
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence Springfield 0.7 mi 6.2
Kensington International School Springfield 0.9 mi 6.7
Forest Park Middle Springfield 0.8 mi 5.1
Springfield Realization Academy Springfield 0.8 mi 5.1
ST MICHAELS ACADEMY Springfield 1.0 mi 6.3
Frederick Harris Springfield 1.0 mi 7.8
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School Springfield 1.2 mi 8.5
POPE FRANCIS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield 1.3 mi 5.0
Elias Brookings Springfield 1.3 mi 7.5
Springfield Public Day Middle School Springfield 1.5 mi 5.6
LUBAVITCHER YESHIVA ACADEMY Longmeadow 1.6 mi 5.3
Sumner Avenue Springfield 1.3 mi 4.5
Blueberry Hill Longmeadow 1.7 mi 7.1
Veritas Preparatory Charter School Springfield 1.5 mi 5.5
Longmeadow High Longmeadow 2.0 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,851

Median Home Value

$219,500

Median Rent

$1,224/mo

Population

27,409

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

47.3%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

31.5%

Median Age

34

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Alice B Beal Elementary Springfield, MA 5.9
Berkley Community School Berkley, MA 5.9
Clara Barton Oxford, MA 5.9
Dennett Elementary Plympton, MA 5.9
Forestdale Malden, MA 5.9
J F Kennedy Elementary Randolph, MA 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington

What grades does Washington serve?

Washington serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Washington?

Washington has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington?

The student-teacher ratio at Washington is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington rank in MA?

Washington ranks #1,044 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Washington's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Washington?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Washington a charter school?

No, Washington is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Washington a Title I school?

No, Washington is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.0%

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