Serving 208 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Springfield Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Springfield Elementary School's student population of 208 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Mascot
Panthers
School Rankings
Springfield Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#252 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Elementary School's ranking?
Springfield Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Springfield Elementary School often compared to?
Springfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durham-nockamixon Elementary School, Tinicum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Springfield Elementary School?
208 students attend Springfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Springfield Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Elementary School?
Springfield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springfield Elementary School offer ?
Springfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Springfield Elementary School part of?
Springfield Elementary School is part of Palisades School District.
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