Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Springfield Preparatory Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springfield Preparatory Charter School's student population of 486 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Rankings
Springfield Preparatory Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Preparatory Charter School is 0.43, 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
#800 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
73%
26%
Black
20%
10%
White
4%
51%
Two or more races
2%
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 Springfield Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Springfield Preparatory Charter School is ranked #800 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Springfield Preparatory Charter School often compared to?
Springfield Preparatory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blueberry Hill, Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence, Baystate Academy Charter Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Springfield Preparatory Charter School?
486 students attend Springfield Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Springfield Preparatory Charter School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield Preparatory Charter School?
Springfield Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Springfield Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Springfield Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Springfield Preparatory Charter School part of?
Springfield Preparatory Charter School is part of Springfield Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Springfield Preparatory Charter School located?
Springfield Preparatory Charter School is located in the Forest Park neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 6 other public schools located in Forest Park.
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