Serving 202 students in grades 6-8, Impact Prep At Chestnut 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Impact Prep At Chestnut ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Impact Prep At Chestnut's student population of 202 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 29, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
EDUCATING TO EMPOWER
School Rankings
Impact Prep At Chestnut 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 Impact Prep At Chestnut is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1615 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
80%
25%
Black
12%
10%
White
4%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Impact Prep At Chestnut's ranking?
Impact Prep At Chestnut is ranked #1615 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Impact Prep At Chestnut?
202 students attend Impact Prep At Chestnut.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Impact Prep At Chestnut students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Impact Prep At Chestnut?
Impact Prep At Chestnut has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Impact Prep At Chestnut offer ?
Impact Prep At Chestnut offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Impact Prep At Chestnut part of?
Impact Prep At Chestnut is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Impact Prep At Chestnut located?
Impact Prep At Chestnut is located in the Brightwood neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Brightwood.
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