Serving 1,344 students in grades 6-8, Springhouse Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springhouse Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Springhouse Middle School's student population of 1,344 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springhouse Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springhouse Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#380 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
51%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springhouse Middle School's ranking?
Springhouse Middle School is ranked #380 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Springhouse Middle School often compared to?
Springhouse Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orefield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Springhouse Middle School?
1,344 students attend Springhouse Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Springhouse Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springhouse Middle School?
Springhouse Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springhouse Middle School offer ?
Springhouse Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Springhouse Middle School part of?
Springhouse Middle School is part of Parkland School District.
School Reviews
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