Summary:
In zip code 70462, there is one middle school, Springfield Middle School, serving grades 5 through 8 in the Springfield, Louisiana area as part of the highly-rated Livingston Parish school district.
Springfield Middle School stands out as a high-performing school that consistently exceeds state averages in core subjects. For the 2025-2026 school year, it ranked 78th out of 452 middle schools in Louisiana (83rd percentile) and earned a 4-star rating. The school achieves impressive proficiency rates: 76% in Math, 82% in English Language Arts, and 73% in Social Studies, all well above state averages. Notably, the school excels in advanced coursework, achieving a perfect 100% proficiency rate in Algebra I, and an exceptional 89% proficiency in 8th Grade Social Studies. The school also reported a 0.0% dropout rate, far better than state and district averages.
Despite serving a student body where nearly 79% qualify for free or reduced lunch, the school's academic results are strong, suggesting effective teaching and leadership. However, there are areas for attention. The school's chronic absenteeism rate of 19.7% is higher than the district average of 13.3%, though still better than the state average. Additionally, 8th Grade Math proficiency (60%) falls below the district average (62%), creating a clear target for improvement. Overall, Springfield Middle School offers a strong academic environment with standout programs, particularly in social studies and advanced math, while working to address attendance and specific grade-level challenges.
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