Springfield High School in Springfield, Louisiana, is a co-educational public high school under the Livingston Parish School Board. The school currently serves around 400 students from the communities of Springfield and Killian in Livingston Parish, Louisiana and other surrounding cities with certain exceptions.
Serving 400 students in grades 9-12, Springfield High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Springfield High School serves the southeast part of Springfield, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 127.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 13.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Springfield High School's student population of 400 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Rankings
Springfield High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#159 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield High School's ranking?
Springfield High School is ranked #159 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Springfield High School often compared to?
Springfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albany High School, Walker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield High School?
The graduation rate of Springfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Springfield High School?
400 students attend Springfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Springfield High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield High School?
Springfield High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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 Livingston Parish School District.
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