Serving 648 students in grades 6-9, Springfield Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Springfield Middle School's student population of 648 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#937 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
40%
13%
Black
15%
21%
White
41%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Middle School's ranking?
Springfield Middle School is ranked #937 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Springfield Middle School?
648 students attend Springfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Springfield Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Middle School?
Springfield Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Springfield Middle School offer ?
Springfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Springfield Middle School part of?
Springfield Middle School is part of Robertson County School District.
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