Serving 60 students in grades 6-8, Springfield Public Day Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Public Day Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Springfield Public Day Middle School's student population of 60 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
60 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Springfield Public Day Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Public Day Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1591 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
67%
26%
Black
16%
10%
White
7%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Public Day Middle School's ranking?
Springfield Public Day Middle School is ranked #1591 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Springfield Public Day Middle School?
60 students attend Springfield Public Day Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Springfield Public Day Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield Public Day Middle School?
Springfield Public Day Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Springfield Public Day Middle School offer ?
Springfield Public Day Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Springfield Public Day Middle School part of?
Springfield Public Day Middle School is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Springfield Public Day Middle School located?
Springfield Public Day Middle School is located in the Old Hill neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Old Hill.
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