Serving 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arthur T Talmadge 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur T Talmadge ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Arthur T Talmadge's student population of 224 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arthur T Talmadge 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 Arthur T Talmadge is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1370 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
64%
25%
Black
17%
10%
White
10%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur T Talmadge's ranking?
Arthur T Talmadge is ranked #1370 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Arthur T Talmadge often compared to?
Arthur T Talmadgeis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel B Brunton, Alice B Beal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Arthur T Talmadge?
224 students attend Arthur T Talmadge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Arthur T Talmadge students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arthur T Talmadge?
Arthur T Talmadge has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arthur T Talmadge offer ?
Arthur T Talmadge offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arthur T Talmadge part of?
Arthur T Talmadge is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Arthur T Talmadge located?
Arthur T Talmadge is located in the Sixteen Acres neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 10 other public schools located in Sixteen Acres.
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