Serving 158 students in grades 9-12, Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield 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 <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield's student population of 158 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Motto
Where most academic stories end, ours begins.
School Rankings
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield 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 Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield is 0.44, 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
#625 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
73%
26%
Black
16%
10%
White
5%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield's ranking?
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield is ranked #625 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield is 10%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield?
158 students attend Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield?
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield offer ?
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield part of?
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield is part of Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield located?
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield is located in the McKnight neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in McKnight.
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