Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Springfield Plains Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Springfield Plains Elementary School serves the northwest part of Clarkston, MI, covering an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Plains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Springfield Plains Elementary School's student population of 495 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Springfield Plains Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Plains Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#165 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Plains Elementary School's ranking?
Springfield Plains Elementary School is ranked #165 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Springfield Plains Elementary School often compared to?
Springfield Plains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Knob Elementary School, Independence Elementary School, Bailey Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Springfield Plains Elementary School?
495 students attend Springfield Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Springfield Plains Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield Plains Elementary School?
Springfield Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Springfield Plains Elementary School offer ?
Springfield Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield Plains Elementary School part of?
Springfield Plains Elementary School is part of Clarkston Community School District.
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