Serving 2,561 students in grades 9-12, Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center's student population of 2,561 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 180 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
180 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center ranks within the top 1% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 2549 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center's ranking?
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center is ranked #16 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center?
The graduation rate of Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center?
2,561 students attend Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center?
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center offer ?
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center part of?
Spring-ford Shs 9-12 Center is part of Spring-Ford Area SD School District.
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