Balliet Preschool serves 131 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Balliet Preschool's student population of 131 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Balliet Preschool is 0.49, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
69%
25%
Black
18%
10%
White
9%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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
How many students attend Balliet Preschool?
131 students attend Balliet Preschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Balliet Preschool students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Balliet Preschool?
Balliet Preschool has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Balliet Preschool offer ?
Balliet Preschool offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Balliet Preschool part of?
Balliet Preschool is part of Springfield School District.
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