Springfield High School

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Springfield High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
5240 Highway 76 E,  Springfield, TN
Robertson County School District
3.6
3.2
1,026 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Justin Grimes
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
700
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
18%
Reading Proficiency
40%
Average GPA
3.51
Graduation Rate
85%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B-
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.51
Reading Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
18%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
78
Full Time Teachers
78
Teachers in First or Second Year
25.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
700
Math
320
Verbal
380
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
23
Reading
24
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Pass Rate
9.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
24%
State Average
56.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
418:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.6%
Male
49.4%
Hispanic
39.4%
White
37.6%
Black
16.4%
Two or more races
6.2%
Native American
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Austin Peay State University 203 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 118 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 103 Students
Western Kentucky University 83 Students
Belmont University 81 Students
Tennessee Technological University 73 Students
Vanderbilt University 70 Students
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 69 Students
University of Kentucky 62 Students
Volunteer State Community College 61 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 59 Students
Business 48 Students
Psychology 37 Students
Biology 27 Students
Accounting 20 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 18 Students
Veterinary Sciences 15 Students
Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 15 Students
Computer Science 14 Students
Dental Hygiene 14 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 172 Reviews
3.0 Senior
1/18/2025
Pretty average school, there isn't much to offer, but there is a large variety of sport and clubs for many.
5.0 Senior
4/4/2024
The environment that I have been around while I've got to school here is great. Everyone is so tightly knit together and everyone knows everyone.
4.0 Senior
9/9/2023
After coming from the rival school due to bullying, I was welcomed into Springfield with open arms. I was extremely thankful for those who helped me adjust.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 6 Reviews
1.0 student
4/8/2025
Definitely has to be the worst school I've ever been to. The students are extremely violent and the staff is careless towards any bullying type of situation. The emotion support is really bad due to teachers and students harassing you for being emotional. If you plan on transferring your student PLE...
1.0 parent
1/23/2025
Knowing that I've been a student there over the years that past , I can finally see how the teachers where bring towards students. I know this one student that has got bullied alot by other students, and students will talk to the teachers about them and they would agree and say don't tell. That's wh...
5.0 other
12/30/2016
Great, caring teachers and staff who help students go that extra mile. Opportunities abounding with clubs like FBLA, FCA, art club, and others. School counselors who keep you on path for success beyond high school by assisting with ACT, FAFSA, and scholarship forms. Everyone cares about the characte...
2.0 other
11/20/2013
The school, education wise, is outstanding. Lots of clubs, activities, and well behaved students. The problem I have is Dr. Grimes, the current principal. He shows favoritism towards certain groups of students and allows them to fly under the radar, and judges students based on appearances. He is al...

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Springfield High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Springfield, TN, in the Springfield neighborhood, and is served by the Robertson County School District in Tennessee. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,026 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 18% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 40% are proficient in reading. Springfield High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.51, the graduation rate is 85%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 700 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $388,151. Discover additional schools in the area, like Robertson County Adult High School, South Haven Christian School, Innovation Academy, and more. Learn more about what Springfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Springfield High School.

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