Serving 199 students in grades 6-8, Springfield Realization Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Realization Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Springfield Realization Academy's student population of 199 students has grown by 184% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 122% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Springfield Realization Academy 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 Realization Academy is 0.48, 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
#1402 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
69%
25%
Black
22%
10%
White
2%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Realization Academy's ranking?
Springfield Realization Academy is ranked #1402 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Springfield Realization Academy?
199 students attend Springfield Realization Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Springfield Realization Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Realization Academy?
Springfield Realization Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Springfield Realization Academy offer ?
Springfield Realization Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Springfield Realization Academy part of?
Springfield Realization Academy is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Springfield Realization Academy located?
Springfield Realization Academy is located in the Forest Park neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 7 other public schools located in Forest Park.
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