Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield serves 565 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 72%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield's student population of 565 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)90-94%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-84%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
78%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Twp El Sch-enfield often compared to?
Springfield Twp El Sch-enfieldis often viewed alongside schools like Jenkintown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% PA state average).
How many students attend Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield?
565 students attend Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield?
Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield offer ?
Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield part of?
Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield is part of Springfield Township School District.
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