Serving 691 students in grades 6-8, Springfield Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Springfield Middle School's student population of 691 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Middle School is 0.74, 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
#276 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
21%
13%
Black
16%
31%
White
42%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Middle School's ranking?
Springfield Middle School is ranked #276 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Springfield Middle School often compared to?
Springfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Knoll Middle School, Fort Mill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Springfield Middle School?
691 students attend Springfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Springfield Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Middle School?
Springfield Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Springfield Middle School offer ?
Springfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield Middle School part of?
Springfield Middle School is part of York 04 School District.
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