Serving 325 students in grades 9-12, Springfield High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Springfield High School's student population of 325 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 283 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
88%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield High School's ranking?
Springfield High School is ranked #272 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Springfield High School often compared to?
Springfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Burlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield High School?
The graduation rate of Springfield High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend Springfield High School?
325 students attend Springfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Springfield High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield High School?
Springfield High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Springfield High School offer ?
Springfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield High School part of?
Springfield High School is part of Springfield School District.
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