Springfield Public School District
School District · Springfield, New Jersey
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,287
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,287
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Evaluating Springfield Public School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Springfield Public School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School
Springfield · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School
Springfield · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
James Caldwell Elementary School
Springfield · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#214 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.0
above New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$22,287
$3,322 vs New Jersey median
District size
2,238 students
Typical than New Jersey median
The short answer
Springfield Public School District ranks #214 of 398 New Jersey districts by overall school rating. Springfield Public School District's schools with real test data average 6.6/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School (7.4/10), Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School (7.1/10), and James Caldwell Elementary School (7.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Springfield Public School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | James Caldwell Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Jonathan Dayton High School | 5.0 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Springfield Public School District
Springfield Public School District is a Springfield, New Jersey school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,238 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1. The district invests $22,287 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.4/10, Springfield Public School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School, which has a composite score of 7.4/10.
In standardized testing, Springfield Public School District students show an average math proficiency of 59.7% and ELA proficiency of 68.6%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Springfield Public School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Springfield Public School District with test data.
Schools in Springfield Public School District
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- Springfield
- Total Enrollment
- 2,238
- Teachers (FTE)
- 169
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Springfield Public School District?
Springfield Public School District has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Springfield Public School District?
The average composite rating for Springfield Public School District is 6.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Springfield Public School District?
Springfield Public School District spends $22,287 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Springfield Public School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Springfield Public School District is 13.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Springfield Public School District?
Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School is the highest-rated school in Springfield Public School District with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What are the test scores in Springfield Public School District?
Across schools in Springfield Public School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 59.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 68.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Springfield Public School District compare to other districts in New Jersey?
Springfield Public School District has an average school rating of 6.4/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 59.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 68.6%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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