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Springfield Primary
Elementary School · Gaston County Schools
900 S Main Street, Stanley, NC 28164
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NC statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,655 of 2,648
In Stanley
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#28 of 56
Gaston County Schools
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Springfield Primary
Elementary School in Stanley · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Judah Christian Academy
0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Kiser Elementary
1.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Springfield Primary
Springfield Primary is a public elementary school in Stanley, NC, part of Gaston County Schools. Springfield Primary serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Springfield Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,655 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Springfield Primary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Springfield Primary Compares
See how Springfield Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
900 S Main Street, Stanley, NC 28164
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Springfield Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Belmont Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Belmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is McAdenville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Mcadenville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ida Rankin Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Mount Holly), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stanley, see our Stanley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUDAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stanley | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Kiser Elementary Stanley | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Stanley Middle Stanley | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Community Public Charter Stanley | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| East Gaston High Mount Holly | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ASSEMBLY OF FAITH CHR. SCHOOL Dallas | 4.2 mi | — |
| Lowell Elementary Lowell | 4.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Warlick Academy Gastonia | 5.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Brookside Elementary Gastonia | 4.9 mi | 3.6 |
| North Gaston High Dallas | 4.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Holbrook Middle Lowell | 5.7 mi | 4.1 |
| W C Friday Middle School Dallas | 5.0 mi | 4.6 |
| North Belmont Elementary Belmont | 5.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Mount Holly Middle Mount Holly | 5.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Ida Rankin Elementary School Mount Holly | 5.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Carr Elementary Dallas | 5.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Catawba Heights Elementary Belmont | 6.1 mi | 7.6 |
| GASTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gastonia | 6.6 mi | 5.1 |
| McAdenville Elementary Mcadenville | 6.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Pinewood Elementary Mount Holly | 5.6 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28164 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,661
Median Home Value
$268,800
Median Rent
$1,161/mo
Population
15,991
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
83.4%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
43.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Elementary Elizabeth City, NC | 5.7 |
| Fox Road Elementary Raleigh, NC | 5.7 |
| Green Ridge Elementary Biscoe, NC | 5.7 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary Canton, NC | 5.7 |
| Ridgeview Charter School Gastonia, NC | 5.7 |
| Royal Elementary Louisburg, NC | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Springfield Primary
What grades does Springfield Primary serve?
Springfield Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Springfield Primary?
Springfield Primary has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Springfield Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Springfield Primary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Springfield Primary rank in NC?
Springfield Primary ranks #1,655 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Springfield Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Springfield Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Springfield Primary a charter school?
No, Springfield Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Springfield Primary a Title I school?
No, Springfield Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Springfield Primary?
99.0% of students at Springfield Primary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Gaston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (704) 836-9106
Resources & Links
District
Gaston County Schools- District Enrollment
- 30,253
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,190
- District Rank
- #28 of 56
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