Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Springfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Springfield Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1041 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
17%
13%
White
65%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Elementary School's ranking?
Springfield Elementary School is ranked #1041 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Springfield Elementary School often compared to?
Springfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rolling Prairie Elementary School, Lake Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Springfield Elementary School?
345 students attend Springfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Springfield Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Elementary School?
Springfield Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Springfield Elementary School offer ?
Springfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Springfield Elementary School part of?
Springfield Elementary School is part of Michigan City Area Schools School District.
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