Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Springfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Springfield Elementary School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#526 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
16%
13%
Black
34%
31%
White
40%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Elementary School's ranking?
Springfield Elementary School is ranked #526 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Springfield Elementary School often compared to?
Springfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Drayton Hall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Springfield Elementary School?
621 students attend Springfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Springfield Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Elementary School?
Springfield Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Springfield Elementary School offer ?
Springfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield Elementary School part of?
Springfield Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Springfield Elementary School located?
Springfield Elementary School is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other public schools located in West Ashley.
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