Serving 2,095 students in grades 9-12, Springfield Central High 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 19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Springfield Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Central High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What is Springfield Central High School's ranking?
Springfield Central High School is ranked #1321 out of 1,631 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield Central High School?
The graduation rate of Springfield Central High School is 91%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Springfield Central High School?
2,095 students attend Springfield Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Springfield Central High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Central High School?
Springfield Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Springfield Central High School offer ?
Springfield Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield Central High School part of?
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