About Springfield Public Schools
Welcome
Welcome to Springfield Public Schools!
Springfield Public Schools is Missouri’s largest school district. We have built a reputation of academic excellence based on the outstanding performance of our students and schools. About 24,000 students attend 36 elementary schools, an intermediate school (grades 5 – 6), nine middle schools, five high schools, Phelps Center for Gifted Education, and an Early Childhood Center. In addition, we offer more than a dozen Choice Programs that cater to the diverse needs of many students including the International Baccalaureate program, Wonders of the Ozarks Learning Facility (WOLF), and the Middle College Program. All five of our district high schools are designated Missouri A+ Schools.
Each of our schools and programs align with our three primary district goals of improving student achievement and our graduation rate, and ensuring effective and efficient use of resources. So, while we offer much variety, there is consistency in our effort to provide the best education possible to all our students.
A Tradition of Excellence
Springfield Public Schools has a long tradition of providing quality education to all students and exceeding community expectations. Here are some of our accomplishments:
- SPS students demonstrate academic excellence by scoring better than others in the state on Missouri Assessment Program tests.
- SPS seniors consistently score above state and national averages on ACT composite scores. In 2008, our high schools graduated 12 National Merit Scholarship finalists.
- The Springfield community has recently invested more than $156 million to improve its education facilities. Improvements since 2000 include total renovation of two high schools, construction of two new schools and significant expansion or remodeling of other schools.
- SPS ensures a quality learning environment by recruiting and retaining highly qualified teachers. They average about 13 years of teaching experience and more than 62 % have advanced degrees.
- Ten district schools were named 21 times in 2008 to Missouri Top 10 lists of high performing schools. Among all Missouri public school districts, Springfield had the second largest number of schools on Top 10 lists.
Moving to Springfield?
Thank you for considering Springfield Public Schools as the premier choice for your child's' education. Our Choose SPS guide will help you compare our schools and programs and assist you in selecting the one that best meets your family's needs. In it you will find a profile of each of the district’s 50 schools and SPS Choice programs. A map will help identify schools in neighborhoods you may be considering.
To determine which school your child will attend, their bus stop or whether or not they are eligible for free bus transportation please contract the transportation department at 523-0500.
If you would like to tour a school, please contact the school's main office to make your request. School contact information can be found here.
For your convenience, helpful resources are available via the links below.
Relocation E-Packet
- Choose SPS -- Your Guide to Schools and Programs
- SPS 2011-2012 Parent's Guide
- Flash Facts
- SPS District Map
If you would prefer to have a Relocation Packet mailed to you, contact the Community Relations Office by email or call (417) 523-0021 to make your request.
For more information on more Missouri public schools, visit DESE's website: Moving to MO?
