Balliet Preschool serves 99 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Balliet Preschool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Balliet Preschool's student population of 99 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
99 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Balliet Preschool is 0.49, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
69%
26%
Black
17%
10%
White
4%
51%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Balliet Preschool?
99 students attend Balliet Preschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Balliet Preschool students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Balliet Preschool?
Balliet Preschool has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Balliet Preschool offer ?
Balliet Preschool offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Balliet Preschool part of?
Balliet Preschool is part of Springfield School District.
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