Serving 2,631 students in grades 9-12, Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center's student population of 2,631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 181 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
181 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#918 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center's ranking?
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center is ranked #918 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center?
The graduation rate of Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center?
2,631 students attend Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center?
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center offer ?
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center part of?
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center is part of Spring-Ford Area School District.
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