Serving 593 students in grades 3-5, Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm's student population of 593 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm is 0.45, 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
#945 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
9%
14%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 is Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm's ranking?
Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm is ranked #945 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm often compared to?
Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhmis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm?
593 students attend Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm?
Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm 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-erdenhm offer ?
Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm part of?
Springfield Twp El Sch-erdenhm is part of Springfield Township School District.
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