Serving 672 students in grades 8, Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring-Ford MS 8th Grade Center's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 42.5 square miles in Royersford, PA. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center's student population of 672 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
672 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center is 0.57, 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
#633 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
59%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center's ranking?
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center is ranked #633 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center often compared to?
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Spring-ford Middle School 7th Grade Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center?
672 students attend Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center?
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center offer ?
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center part of?
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center is part of Spring-Ford Area School District.
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