Springfield

The Springfield school district in Massachusetts consists of 62 schools, including 33 elementary schools, 15 middle schools, 13 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district serves a diverse student population and faces significant challenges in providing equitable access to quality education across all schools.

A few schools stand out in the data, including the Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School, which has consistently high performance and ranks among the top 3 schools in the district across multiple metrics. The Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) and The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary Learning high school also demonstrate strong academic outcomes. In contrast, some schools like Springfield High School and High School Of Commerce struggle with very high dropout rates.

The district-wide 4-year graduation rate is 85.6%, with several schools exceeding 90%, such as Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy at 97.5% and John J Duggan Academy at 100%. However, performance on state assessments varies widely, with the district lagging the state average proficiency rates in core subjects. The data reveals significant disparities in academic outcomes and resource allocation across the district's schools, suggesting the need for more equitable approaches to improve educational opportunities for all students in Springfield.