C- Top 88%

Sumner Avenue School

Grades PK-05 SPRINGFIELD, MA

Dropped 64 spots from last year

#729 State Rank
D District Grade
45 Sumner Avenue, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01108
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
490 Students
89.7% Attendance Rate
33.7 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

21% Proficient or Above
2.5% Advanced

Mathematics

20.3% Proficient or Above
5.5% Advanced

Science

22% Proficient or Above

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 31% 3%
2025 English Language Arts 04 23% 0%
2025 English Language Arts 05 9% 2%
2025 Mathematics 03 22% 6%
2025 Mathematics 04 13% 0%
2025 Mathematics 05 26% 5%
2025 Science 05 22% 0%
2024 English Language Arts 03 36% 0%
2024 English Language Arts 04 11% 2%
2024 English Language Arts 05 18% 5%
2024 Mathematics 03 27% 0%
2024 Mathematics 04 17% 2%
2024 Mathematics 05 24% 3%
2024 Science 05 25% 4%
2023 English Language Arts 03 17% 1%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

490 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 66.7%
Black 18.4%
White 7.6%
Multiracial 4.3%
Asian 3.1%

Gender

54.3% Male
45.5% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 30.2%
Special Education 32.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch 89%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

89.7% Attendance Rate
41% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

45 Sumner Avenue, SPRINGFIELD, MA

C--Rated School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sumner Avenue School's grade rating?

Sumner Avenue School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #729 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 88% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Sumner Avenue School?

Approximately 490 students are enrolled at Sumner Avenue School.

How does Sumner Avenue School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Sumner Avenue School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (21% proficient), Mathematics (20% proficient), Science (22% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Sumner Avenue School?

Sumner Avenue School has an attendance rate of 89.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Sumner Avenue School part of?

Sumner Avenue School is part of Springfield School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.