Springfield Central High School
- BOverall Grade
- Public, Magnet
- 9-12
- Springfield, MA
- 260 reviews
- AcademicsC+
- DiversityA+
- TeachersB+
- College PrepB-
- Clubs & ActivitiesA
- Health & SafetyB
- AdministrationB
- SportsA+
- FoodC-
- Resources & FacilitiesB
- School District
- Springfield Public Schools
Address
1840 Roosevelt Avenue
Springfield, MA 01109
Telephone
(413) 787-7085
Website
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- Cost of LivingC+
- Good for FamiliesC
- HousingD+
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$37,118
National
$55,322Median Rent
$858
National
$949Median Home Value
$148,600
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
B
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 78%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.18 responses
Poll
- 67%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.18 responses
Students
Diversity
A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,031
Free or Reduced Lunch
62%
- 87%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.30 responses
- 80%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.30 responses
- 83%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.30 responses
Teachers
- 70%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.44 responses
- 77%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.44 responses
- 68%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.44 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$20,656/ year
National
$12,239- 88%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.48 responses
- 58%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.48 responses
- 81%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.48 responses
Springfield Central High School Reviews
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I moved to Springfield in 2017 and began attending Central as a junior. Many people are welcoming at the school, making the adjustment much easier than expected. The school also provides a variety of AP classes which definitely help with allowing students to have a glimpse of college. Some classes are extremely challenging, however, the teachers that I've had over the years are more than willing to help. Although there are many academic opportunities, the school is highly emphasized on sports. Much of the school funding goes to sports instead of the arts and extracurriculars which is disappointing. Overall, the school should shift its focus onto other aspects of the school, however, it's given me a satisfactory education over the past 2 years.
As a senior, I recognized how little Central prepares student's for college. I took rigorous AP classes and had done ample research about college before my senior year. This wasn't the case for my peers, most were clueless. Our school offered little support to them. I had good classes and good teachers. This was because I pushed myself. Most other students are lazy and like to make fun of the "smart" or "weird" kids. The administration sucks at handling issues of "bullying". Mostly because the popular kids typically play sports. Central's culture puts sports players above the average student. Also because the administration seems largely incompetent.
Central was wonderful in that I had many opportunities to pursue interests such as Theater, Choir, Dance, Band, Photography, and even participate in bettering the community through the Key Club and explore the world through the Adventure Club. Not only that, but the school counselors were extremely helpful in the process of applying for colleges and making students aware of opportunities that the school provided to visit campuses across New England. My only complaint is the lack of direction in choosing which career path and which colleges were right for student depending on academic record and economic standing, as well as Financial Aid guidance.