The education in Springfield Township (Union County), NJ is highly rated and praised for its commitment to excellence. The local school district serves over 6,500 students from Kindergarten through grade 12. It includes six elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The curriculum focuses on developing the foundational skills that students need to succeed in the 21st century while also providing engaging learning opportunities for every student. The district has been recognized for its efforts by earning a top rating of \"Excellent\" from the New Jersey Department of Education. All schools have achieved or exceeded Adequate Yearly Progress criteria set forth by No Child Left Behind law and recently earned continuous Improvement Awards from the state's School Performance Reports program. In addition, schools have been awarded numerous awards for innovative programs and initiatives including a 2018 Gold Excellence Award for its Dual Language Immersion program. The district strives to ensure that all students receive a rigorous education with real-world connections in order to prepare them for college and career success.
Springfield township schools spend $16,833 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 14 pupils per teacher, 1,156 students per librarian, and 289 children per counselor.