BRIGHTWOOD

Brightwood is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Springfield school district, located in Springfield, MA with about 317 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 23 teachers, Brightwood has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Brightwood School, located at 471 Plainfield Street in Springfield, Massachusetts, is a key institution within the Springfield Public Schools district. Serving a diverse urban community, the school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and student engagement. As part of a larger district-wide commitment to education, Brightwood focuses on preparing its students for success in future academic pursuits by implementing structured curricula and providing necessary resources to support various learning needs.

The school places a strong value on the partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Springfield community. By promoting a culture of collaboration and accountability, Brightwood strives to create a safe and supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. For those looking for more detailed information regarding the school's specific academic programs, extracurricular offerings, or administrative policies, the official Springfield Public Schools website provides comprehensive resources and updates.

For more information, contact Brightwood at (413) 787-7238 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

471 Plainfield Street
Springfield, MA 01107
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BRIGHTWOOD is a public Title I school in Springfield, MA with about 317 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Springfield
Total Students:
317
Teachers:
23.99
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 317 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BRIGHTWOOD is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 81% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
80.8%
Black or African American
16.7%
White
2.2%
Two or more races
0.3%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.