Springfield Township High School is a public high school serving grades 9-12. The school serves Springfield Township, Pennsylvania, and is the sole high school of the Springfield Township School District.
Serving 762 students in grades 9-12, Springfield Twp High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Springfield Twp HS covers the entire school district in Glenside, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 6.8 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes. The zone extends as far as 4.2 miles from the school's furthest edge, while the average distance to the zone's edge is around 1.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Twp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Springfield Twp High School's student population of 762 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
762 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Motto
“Educate and develop all students as learners and citizens who are high-achieving, resilient, and responsible in a changing global community.”
School Rankings
Springfield Twp High 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 Springfield Twp High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Steel
School Mascot
Spartan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Twp High School's ranking?
Springfield Twp High School is ranked #442 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Springfield Twp High School often compared to?
Springfield Twp High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School, Upper Dublin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield Twp High School?
The graduation rate of Springfield Twp High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Springfield Twp High School?
762 students attend Springfield Twp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Springfield Twp High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield Twp High School?
Springfield Twp High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springfield Twp High School offer ?
Springfield Twp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield Twp High School part of?
Springfield Twp High School is part of Springfield Township School District.
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