Serving 613 students in grades 8, Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center's student population of 613 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#633 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
71%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center's ranking?
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center is ranked #633 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center often compared to?
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Spring-ford Middle School 7th Grade Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center?
613 students attend Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center?
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center offer ?
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center part of?
Spring-ford Middle School 8th Grade Center is part of Spring-Ford Area School District.
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