Springfield High School is a public comprehensive high school in Springfield, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Springfield City School District, which includes the majority of the city limits. It is administratively divided into five academies, but all classes are available to all students.
Serving 1,606 students in grades 9-12, Springfield High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Springfield High School's attendance zone covers the entire Springfield school district, encompassing approximately 17.2 square miles in Springfield, OH. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springfield High School's student population of 1,606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,606 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
School Motto
One Community: Inclusive. Compelled. Future Ready.
School Rankings
Springfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2828 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield High School's ranking?
Springfield High School is ranked #2828 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Springfield High School often compared to?
Springfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayward Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield High School?
The graduation rate of Springfield High School is 82%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Springfield High School?
1,606 students attend Springfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Springfield High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield High School?
Springfield High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Springfield High School offer ?
Springfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield High School part of?
Springfield High School is part of Springfield City School District.
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