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Best 01109 Massachusetts Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 19 public schools serving 8,844 students in 01109, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 224 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 01109, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01109, MA are Springfield International Academy At Johnson, Springfield Middle School and Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01109 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01109, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 01109, MA Public 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.
Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy
Vocational School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1300 State Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7424
Gr: 9-12 | 1,382 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
Springfield Central High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1840 Roosevelt Avenue
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7085
Gr: 9-12 | 1,983 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
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: #99.
Springfield International Academy At Sci-tech
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1250 State Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 750-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1010.
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: #1111.
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: #1212.
Springfield High School Of Science And Technology
(Math: 16% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1250 State Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 750-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,091 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1313.
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: #1414.
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: #1515.
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%
Rank: n/an/a
Balliet Preschool
111 Seymour Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 750-2056
Gr: PK | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Education Center
15 Catherine Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7100
Gr: PK | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Margaret C Ells
319 Cortland Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7345
Gr: PK | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Springfield Transition Academy
Special Education School
1300 State Street
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 787-7424
Gr: Inquire with school | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 01109, MA?
How many public schools are located in 01109?
19 public schools are located in 01109.
What percentage of students in 01109 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 01109 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01109?
01109 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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