Serving 690 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Springs School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Springs School's attendance zone encompasses the entire East Hampton school district, covering approximately 37.6 square miles, with typical drive times of 5-10 minutes for families within the area and an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 8.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springs School's student population of 690 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
690 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students to Succeed
School Rankings
Springs School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springs School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1866 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
61%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
37%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springs School's ranking?
Springs School is ranked #1866 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Springs School often compared to?
Springs Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Hampton Middle School, Amagansett School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Springs School?
690 students attend Springs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Springs School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springs School?
Springs School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Springs School offer ?
Springs School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Springs School part of?
Springs School is part of Springs Union Free School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Very good, usually springs school students get the high school valedictorian.
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