Serving 874 students in grades 6-8, Springfield Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springfield Middle School's student population of 874 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1441 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
36%
Black
73%
21%
White
17%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Middle School's ranking?
Springfield Middle School is ranked #1441 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Springfield Middle School often compared to?
Springfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Julia Landon College Preparatory & Leadership Development School, Darnell Cookman Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Springfield Middle School?
874 students attend Springfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Springfield Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Middle School?
Springfield Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Springfield Middle School offer ?
Springfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Springfield Middle School part of?
Springfield Middle School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Springfield Middle School located?
Springfield Middle School is located in the Springfield neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Springfield.
School Calendar
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Date
Last day of school
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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