Summary:
Richardson Middle School is a public middle school located in Springfield, Pennsylvania, serving grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 1,072 students. The school is part of the Springfield School District, which is ranked 9 out of 610 districts in Pennsylvania and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Richardson Middle School has consistently been ranked among the top middle schools in the state, with a current ranking of 37 out of 891 Pennsylvania middle schools and a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Richardson Middle School consistently outperforms the state and district averages in PSSA (Pennsylvania System of School Assessment) test scores across all subject areas and grade levels. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school's proficiency rates in PSSA Math, Science, and English Language Arts were significantly higher than the state averages, with 64.2%, 73.3%, and 81.2% of students scoring proficient or better, respectively. The school's performance is particularly strong in English Language Arts, with 6th and 7th-grade students scoring over 80% proficient or better. Richardson Middle School also excels in supporting the academic achievement of various student subgroups, including African American, Hispanic, and low socioeconomic status students, ranking among the top middle schools in the state for these subgroups.
When compared to nearby middle schools, such as Northley Middle School, Penn Wood Middle School, and Drexel Hill Middle School, Richardson Middle School consistently outperforms its peers in academic achievement, particularly in PSSA test scores. This consistent excellence in academic achievement and student support is a testament to the school's effective teaching practices, strong leadership, and dedication to providing a high-quality education to all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background.
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Detail:
Public 6-8
District:
Springfield School District
SchoolDigger Rank:
37th of 891 Pennsylvania Middle Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $16,341
Students who attend Richardson Middle School usually attend:
Feeder schools for Richardson Middle School:
Student/teacher ratio: 15.0
Number of students: 1,072
Racial breakdown:
White:
76.3%
Asian:
9.0%
African American:
7.5%
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Hispanic:
3.5%
Two or more races:
3.5%
Pacific Islander:
0.1%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 24.3%
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