Serving 1,375 students in grades 9-12, Springfield High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Springfield High School's student population of 1,375 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield High School is 0.37, 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
#451 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
79%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield High School's ranking?
Springfield High School is ranked #451 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Springfield High School often compared to?
Springfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridley High School, Haverford Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield High School?
The graduation rate of Springfield High School is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Springfield High School?
1,375 students attend Springfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Springfield High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield High School?
Springfield High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springfield High School offer ?
Springfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Springfield High School part of?
Springfield High School is part of Springfield School District.
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