Serving 755 students in grades 6-8, Springfield Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Springfield Middle School's student population of 755 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Springfield Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#614 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
12%
33%
White
62%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Middle School's ranking?
Springfield Middle School is ranked #614 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Springfield Middle School often compared to?
Springfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Middle School, Boonsboro Middle School, Western Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Springfield Middle School?
755 students attend Springfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Springfield Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Middle School?
Springfield Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Springfield Middle School offer ?
Springfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Springfield Middle School part of?
Springfield Middle School is part of Washington County School District.
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