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Springfield Central High School

#7 in Niche Standout High Schools in Massachusetts
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • 9-12
  • Springfield, MA
  • 272 reviews
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      C+
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      B-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Health & Safety
      B-
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    Springfield Central High School is an above average, public, magnet school located in Springfield, MA. It has 2,049 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 55% of students are at least proficient in math and 82% in reading.
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    (413) 787-7085
    1840 Roosevelt Avenue
    Springfield, MA 01109
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    Springfield Central High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    82%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    55%
    Average Graduation Rate
    91%
    Average SAT
    1080
    254 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    21 responses
    AP Enrollment
    16%
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    Living in the Area
    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B-
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      D+
    Median Household Income
    $36,730
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $847
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $152,400
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    79%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.19 responses
    Poll
    68%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.19 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 62 responses
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    • Pep rally!
      27%
    • Student Vs. Teacher basketball games
      16%
    • Football games
      13%
    • Student and Teacher talent shows
      13%
    • Theater, plays, musicals, Clubs
      10%
    • Rotc events
      8%
    • Spirit Week
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,049
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    67%
    87%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.31 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.31 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.31 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $56,117
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    22.4%
    69%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.45 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.45 responses
    69%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.45 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.49 responses
    59%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.49 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.49 responses
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    The connections I have made in this school are unforgettable and I have met a few really good teachers, however the condition of the school is terrible and their is a harsh zero tolerance policy. The food is sometimes not even edible and some of the staff are not confident on what they teach. The students sometimes smoke weed and skip classes. Teachers and administrators often have favoritism and let some students get away with breaking the rules while implementing harsh consequences on others. Despite the faults of the school, there are AP classes available and there are decent college programs and opportunities for high school students that want to go to college.
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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.