Best 01109 Massachusetts Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 3,778 students in 01109, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01109, MA are Springfield International Academy At Johnson, Springfield Middle School and Frank H Freedman. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 01109 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 01109, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 01109, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Springfield International Academy At Johnson
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
55 Catherine Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-6687
Gr: 3-5 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Springfield Middle School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
732 Chestnut Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7284
Gr: 6-8 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #33.
Frank H Freedman
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
90 Cherokee Dr
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7443
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Benjamin Swan Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
680 Union Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7526
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Thomas M Balliet
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
52 Rosewell St
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7446
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Stem Middle Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
60 Alton Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-6750
Gr: 6-8 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Rebecca M Johnson
(Math: 24% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
55 Catherine Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-6687
Gr: PK-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
John J Duggan Academy
(Math: 17% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1015 Wilbraham Rd
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7410
Gr: 6-12 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #99.
Hiram L Dorman
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
20 Lydia Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7554
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1010.
The Springfield Virtual School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
43 Homer St
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 750-2011
Gr: 3-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1111.
William N. Deberry
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
680 Union Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7582
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 01109, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01109, MA include Springfield International Academy At Johnson, Springfield Middle School and Frank H Freedman.
How many public elementary schools are located in 01109?
11 public elementary schools are located in 01109.
What is the racial composition of students in 01109?
01109 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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