Springfield Literacy Center serves 617 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springfield Literacy Center's student population of 617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Springfield Literacy Center is 0.31, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 schools are Springfield Literacy Center often compared to?
Springfield Literacy Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Media Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Springfield Literacy Center?
617 students attend Springfield Literacy Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Springfield Literacy Center students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Literacy Center?
Springfield Literacy Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springfield Literacy Center offer ?
Springfield Literacy Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is Springfield Literacy Center part of?
Springfield Literacy Center is part of Springfield School District.
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