Very Good
#842 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 30% in state
Springfield Twp MS
Middle School · Springfield Township Sd · Oreland, PA
A Springfield Township Sd middle school serving grades 6th – 8th.
1901A E Paper Mill Rd, Oreland, PA 19075
- Math 55% vs PA 36% (2024)
- Reading 70% vs PA 53% (2024)
- 12:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Springfield Twp MS score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
2024 PSSA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. PA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 16-year record (2009–2024), then recovered 7 points since 2020, reaching 62% in 2024.
Show all 15 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 64% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 75% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
23.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Springfield Twp MS sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Philadelphia map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 11Car-Dependent
- Bike 22Somewhat Bikeable
Powered by
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$117,356
Median home value
$415,400
Median rent
$1,204/mo
College educated
57.4%
Homeownership
90.4%
Poverty rate
2.1%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 19075; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phil-mont Christian AcademyPrivate · tuition | 7.6private | K–12 | 1.4 mi | 293 | Compare → |
| Sandy Run MSEnrollment path unverified | 8.0 | 6–8 | 2.2 mi | 947 | Compare → |
| Cedarbrook MSEnrollment path unverified | 4.9 | 7–8 | 2.6 mi | 660 | Compare → |
| Springside Chestnut Hill AcademyPrivate · tuition | 7.4private | PK–12 | 3.0 mi | 1,050 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Springfield Township Sd
- Schools in district
- 4
- Rank in district
- #4 of 4
- District spending per student
- $22,115NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 3.7%Census SAIPE · 2024
Springfield Twp MS is listed in Springfield Township SD; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Springfield Twp MS
Springfield Twp MS is a public middle school in Oreland, PA, part of Springfield Township Sd, serving approximately 601 students in grades 6th-8th with a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #842 of 2,846 schools in PA. State assessment records show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Springfield Twp MS
What grades does Springfield Twp MS serve?
Springfield Twp MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Springfield Twp MS?
Springfield Twp MS has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Springfield Twp MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Springfield Twp MS is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Springfield Twp MS rank in PA?
Springfield Twp MS ranks #842 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Springfield Twp MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Springfield Twp MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Springfield Twp MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Springfield Twp MS has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Springfield Twp MS a charter school?
No, Springfield Twp MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Springfield Twp MS a Title I school?
No, Springfield Twp MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Springfield Twp MS?
23.3% of students at Springfield Twp MS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 601
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.2%
- Phone
- (215) 233-6000
- Area population (ZIP 19075)
- 7,779
- Area average commute
- 27.6 min
- Area median age
- 40.9
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 PSSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 PSSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 PSSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 PSSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 19075; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.