Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brightwood 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 10-14% (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 15:1 is higher 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 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (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
Brightwood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brightwood's student population of 456 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brightwood 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 Brightwood is 0.22, 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
#1518 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
88%
26%
Black
8%
10%
White
2%
51%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brightwood's ranking?
Brightwood is ranked #1518 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Brightwood often compared to?
Brightwoodis often viewed alongside schools like Edward P. Boland School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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 Brightwood?
456 students attend Brightwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Brightwood students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brightwood?
Brightwood has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brightwood offer ?
Brightwood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brightwood part of?
Brightwood is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Brightwood located?
Brightwood is located in the Brightwood neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Brightwood.
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