Below Average
#1406 of 1,793 schools in MA
William N. Deberry
Elementary School · Springfield
680 Union Street, Springfield, MA 01109
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,406 of 1,793
In Springfield
#56 of 67
public schools
In district
#52 of 61
Springfield
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William N. Deberry
Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About William N. Deberry
William N. Deberry is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. William N.
Deberry serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. William N. Deberry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,406 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for William N. Deberry show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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William N. Deberry — Students at William N. Deberry score 8% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 4.0/10.
How William N. Deberry Compares
See how William N. Deberry performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
680 Union Street, Springfield, MA 01109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William N. Deberry may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elias Brookings (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Milton Bradley School (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Springfield International Academy at Johnson (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,821
Median Home Value
$203,100
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
31,418
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
45.9%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
29.1
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| Charles W Morey Lowell, MA | 4.8 |
| Elizabeth S Brown Swansea, MA | 4.8 |
| Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea, MA | 4.8 |
| George R Austin Intermediate School Lakeville, MA | 4.8 |
| Joseph C Chamberlain Taunton, MA | 4.8 |
| LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence, MA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William N. Deberry
What grades does William N. Deberry serve?
William N. Deberry serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend William N. Deberry?
William N. Deberry has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William N. Deberry?
The student-teacher ratio at William N. Deberry is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William N. Deberry rank in MA?
William N. Deberry ranks #1,406 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is William N. Deberry's MySchoolScout rating?
William N. Deberry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 William N. Deberry?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William N. Deberry has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is William N. Deberry a charter school?
No, William N. Deberry is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William N. Deberry a Title I school?
No, William N. Deberry is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 424
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7582
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #52 of 61
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