Springfield Primary serves 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Springfield Primary's student population of 336 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Springfield Primary is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
64%
44%
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
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Springfield Primary?
336 students attend Springfield Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Springfield Primary students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Primary?
Springfield Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Springfield Primary offer ?
Springfield Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Springfield Primary part of?
Springfield Primary is part of Gaston County Schools School District.
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