Serving 699 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Philip G Coburn 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 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philip G Coburn ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Philip G Coburn's student population of 699 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
699 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Philip G Coburn 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 Philip G Coburn is 0.67, which is more 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
#1345 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
8%
10%
White
50%
51%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philip G Coburn's ranking?
Philip G Coburn is ranked #1345 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Philip G Coburn?
699 students attend Philip G Coburn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Philip G Coburn students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philip G Coburn?
Philip G Coburn has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Philip G Coburn offer ?
Philip G Coburn offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Philip G Coburn part of?
Philip G Coburn is part of West Springfield School District.
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