EDWARD P. BOLAND SCHOOL

Edward P. Boland School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Springfield school district, located in Springfield, MA with about 786 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 54 teachers, Edward P. Boland School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Edward P. Boland School, located at 426 Armory Street in Springfield, Massachusetts, is a public elementary school serving students within the Springfield Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of Edward P. Boland, a long-serving and influential U.S. Congressman from Massachusetts who was a prominent figure in Springfield’s political history. As part of the city's broader educational system, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational academic experience that prepares its diverse student body for middle school and beyond.

The school functions as a core community hub, focusing on fundamental literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development. By aligning its curriculum with the standards of the Springfield Public Schools, Boland School aims to foster an environment of inclusivity and academic growth. For families seeking specific information regarding school policies, calendar events, academic programs, or extracurricular offerings, the district’s official website provides centralized resources to connect parents and guardians with the school’s administration and faculty.

For more information, contact Edward P. Boland School at (413) 750-2511 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.