Libertas Academy Charter School is a public, college-preparatory school in Downtown Springfield. Libertas Academy is located in the historic Tarbell-Watters Building on the corner of Bridge and Chestnut streets. The school’s student body is divided into a Lower Academy for middle schoolers and an Upper Academy for high schoolers.
The school has a strong literacy focus across their rigorous academic curriculum. The school’s comprehensive reading program tracks the reading levels of each student and requires a daily 45-minute Literacy Block for literacy instruction, small group discussions about books and silent reading time. Students at Libertas Academy also attend a full slate of classes in math, science, English, the humanities and physical education.
Libertas Academy is a member of the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association. Students can participate in soccer, track and field, cross-country and basketball beginning in eighth grade. Drumline, drama and various other clubs and extracurriculars are offered after school. Also, Upper Academy students engage in college field trips, movie nights, talent shows and other community events throughout the year.
In addition to the school’s faculty, Libertas Academy Charter School is supported by a board of trustees who help shape the direction of the school and form enriching partnerships with Teach For America, Teach Western Mass and BES.
Libertas Academy Charter School
Charter Middle, High School
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Grade 6-10
146 Chestnut St,
Springfield, MA
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Average SAT Score
1120
Math Proficiency
23%
Reading Proficiency
30%
Average GPA
3.5
Niche Grade
C
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.5
Reading Proficiency
30%
Math Proficiency
23%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
54
Full Time Teachers
53
Teachers in First or Second Year
100%
College Prep
Average SAT
1120
Math
550
Verbal
560
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
GreatSchools Rating
6
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
5.5%
State Average
7.6%
Science
3.3%
State Average
6.4%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
87:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.1%
Female
48.9%
Hispanic
81%
Black
10.7%
White
3.6%
Two or more races
3.4%
Native American
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Western New England University
15 Students
University of Massachusetts Boston
14 Students
University of Connecticut
13 Students
Westfield State University
12 Students
Boston University
10 Students
University of Massachusetts Amherst
9 Students
Brown University
7 Students
University of Massachusetts Lowell
7 Students
Bay Path University
6 Students
Elms College
6 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
6 Students
Nursing
6 Students
Psychology
5 Students
Biology
4 Students
Pre-Law Studies
4 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
3 Students
Computer Science
2 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
2 Students
Architecture
2 Students
Drama and Theatre Production
2 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/12/2024
My experience overall being at Libertas Academy is kind of rough I been here since 7th grade and I feel like their communication is really low when it comes to interaction with teachers and student or even with parents. Academically I feel like it's ok but they do tend to peer pressure a lot of students when it comes to their academics but personally for me I feel like the school hasn't change a lot
3/5/2021
There's no such thing as a perfect school, but LACS has come very close to accomplishing all that would bring her to that standard. Academics, culture, safety, discipline, just to mention a few, are at the forefront of this institution.
3/5/2021
I love Libertas Academy they have helped my child succeed. I have seen the improvement .My son was a 3rd grade reading level and is now in honor roll this year. I love how the teachers are very involved and actually care for the students.
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Map
List Price Range
$86K - $374K
Homes For Sale
8
Average Home Value
$183,833
Median Lot Size
3,267 Sq Ft
% Renters
95%
Average Household Income
$38,242
% of College Grads
18.5%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
3,266 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
85.9%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,750 - $2,650 per month
- Stockbridge Court
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 626+ Sq Ft
- 45 Willow St
- Springfield, MA
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Parks in this Area
River Front Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Playground
Gurdon-Bill Park
Leonardo da Vinci Park
Keep Springfield Beautiful
Emerson Wight Park
Emily Bill Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Trails
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Libertas Academy Charter School is a charter school for students in grades 6-10 located at 146 Chestnut St in Springfield, MA. The school has a total enrollment of 519 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 23% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 30% are proficient in reading. Libertas Academy Charter School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.5. The average SAT score is 1120. The average home value in this area is $183,833. Discover additional schools in the area, like Roberta G. Doering School, Brightwood Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Springfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Libertas Academy Charter School.