Summary:
The 01118 zip code area in Massachusetts is home to 3 elementary schools: Frederick Harris, Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School, and Arthur T Talmadge. These schools serve a diverse student population, with a majority of Hispanic students and significant percentages of African American and White students.
Among the three schools, Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School stands out as the top performer, consistently achieving the highest MCAS proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to the other two schools. The school's statewide ranking has also been the highest, ranging from 447th to 585th out of 916-932 Massachusetts elementary schools over the past 3 years. In contrast, Arthur T Talmadge has the lowest overall MCAS proficiency rates, despite having the lowest student-teacher ratio and the highest per-student spending among the three schools.
The data reveals a significant disparity in academic performance among the schools, suggesting that factors beyond just funding and resources may be contributing to the differences in student outcomes. While the schools have similar per-student spending and relatively low student-teacher ratios, the variations in their academic performance highlight the need for a more comprehensive and equitable approach to improving student success across all schools in the Springfield district.
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