The Arthur T. Talmadge School in Springfield opened in 1954 and is a public elementary school serving children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Talmadge School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 10-to-1 with just over 200 students enrolled.
Students at Arthur T. Talmadge take classes in academic subjects including math, English Language Arts, science, physical education, health and art. According to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the school made moderate progress toward its learning targets in 2021.
The school grounds consist of a basketball court and blacktop space, as well as large grassy areas on which students can enjoy group games. Talmadge School also has a playground with seating, and outdoor garden beds.
In addition to traditional academics, Arthur T. Talmadge students engage in extracurricular activities such as Girls on the Run, similar to other Springfield schools. Guest speakers, themed days and other activities are also mainstays at the school.
Arthur T Talmadge Elementary School
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-5
1395 Allen St,
Springfield, MA
Springfield Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Carla Lussier
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
17%
Niche Grade
C-
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
23
Teachers in First or Second Year
32.6%
GreatSchools Rating
4
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
0%
State Average
7.6%
Science
0%
State Average
6.4%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
236:1
Student Diversity
Male
53.4%
Female
46.6%
Hispanic
64.7%
Black
16.8%
White
9.1%
Two or more races
6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.4%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
2/12/2016
Excellent school. Devoted teaching staff and overall great learning community. I am so happy that my daughter is currently a 5th grader at this school and will conclude her elementary education here at Talmadge.
6/4/2010
I am new to the area. I have lived here in Springfield for only a year and a half. I have a daughter who is 2 yr 3 mos and I am now trying to find out what is the best school to start here in preschool. Would you recommend Talmadge or another?
5/11/2010
I have been more than disappointed with the school and the district. The teachers and staff are not caring and treat both the parents and the children as a bother. Complete lack of communication. Schools are not up to date and class is chaotic for children. I hope we are able to move our son to anot...
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Sixteen Acres
List Price Range
$214K - $609K
Homes For Sale
12
Average Home Value
$321,348
Median Lot Size
10,890 Sq Ft
% Renters
24%
Household Income
$85,263
% of College Grads
28%
Median Age
39
Average House Size
1,333 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
28.3%
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Additional Schools in the Area
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Choice Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
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- Public
Parks in this Area
Greenleaf Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
North Branch Tributary Park
- Bike Trails
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Five Mile Pond Park
Pine Knoll Recreation Area
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Pool
Beauregard & Schiavina Park
- Bike Trails
- Soccer
- Trails
North Branch Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
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