Serving 268 students in grades 6-8, Kiley Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kiley Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kiley Academy's student population of 268 students has grown by 133% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Kiley Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kiley Academy is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1568 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
62%
26%
Black
20%
10%
White
11%
51%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiley Academy's ranking?
Kiley Academy is ranked #1568 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Kiley Academy?
268 students attend Kiley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Kiley Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kiley Academy?
Kiley Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kiley Academy offer ?
Kiley Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kiley Academy part of?
Kiley Academy is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Kiley Academy located?
Kiley Academy is located in the Sixteen Acres neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 10 other public schools located in Sixteen Acres.
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