Serving 448 students in grades 6-8, Springfield Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Springfield Middle serves the west part of Lucama, NC, covering an area of approximately 124.6 square miles, with typical drive times of 15-20 minutes from various points within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance area is about 8.1 miles, extending up to 10.9 miles at its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springfield Middle School's student population of 448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Springfield Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1014 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Middle School's ranking?
Springfield Middle School is ranked #1014 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Springfield Middle School?
448 students attend Springfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Springfield Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield Middle School?
Springfield Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Springfield Middle School offer ?
Springfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield Middle School part of?
Springfield Middle School is part of Wilson County Schools.
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