Serving 798 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Springfield Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina 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% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Springfield Elementary serves the northern part of Fort Mill, SC, covering an area of approximately 9.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Springfield Elementary School's student population of 798 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
798 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
COLTivating Excellence
School Rankings
Springfield Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#196 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Elementary School's ranking?
Springfield Elementary School is ranked #196 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Springfield Elementary School often compared to?
Springfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Mill Elementary School, Sugar Creek Elementary School, Gold Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Springfield Elementary School?
798 students attend Springfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Springfield Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield Elementary School?
Springfield Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Springfield Elementary School offer ?
Springfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Springfield Elementary School part of?
Springfield Elementary School is part of York 04 School District.
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