SPRINGFIELD TWP EL SCH-ERDENHM

Springfield Twp El Sch-Erdenhm is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Springfield Township SD school district, located in Flourtown, PA with about 835 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 51 teachers, Springfield Twp El Sch-Erdenhm has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Springfield Township Elementary School (often referred to as Erdenheim Elementary) is a primary educational institution located in Flourtown, Pennsylvania, serving as a key component of the Springfield Township School District. The school provides a supportive academic environment for students in the elementary grades, focusing on fostering foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. It is known for its commitment to student-centered learning and the development of the "whole child," integrating social-emotional learning with rigorous academic standards to prepare students for middle school and beyond.

Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes community and parental involvement, maintaining a strong partnership with the local Flourtown and Springfield Township area. The facility serves as a hub for its students, often utilizing the surrounding community resources to enhance the educational experience. With a dedication to inclusivity and collaborative instruction, Springfield Township Elementary strives to create an engaging, safe, and challenging atmosphere where students are encouraged to think critically and participate actively in their school culture.

For more information, contact Springfield Twp El Sch-Erdenhm at (215) 233-6000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

500 Haws Ln
Flourtown, PA 19031-2198
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SPRINGFIELD TWP EL SCH-ERDENHM is a public Title I school in Flourtown, PA with about 835 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
835
Teachers:
51.25
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 835 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SPRINGFIELD TWP EL SCH-ERDENHM is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
73.5%
Black or African American
10.4%
Hispanic/Latino
7.9%
Two or more races
5.5%
Asian
2.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
46.2%
Male
53.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.