Springfield Local School District (Summit County)

The Springfield Local School District, located in Summit County, Ohio, is a public school district serving the communities of Lakemore, Springfield Township, and parts of Akron. The district encompasses a geographic area primarily within Springfield Township.

The district typically consists of an elementary school (Springfield Elementary), a middle school (Springfield Middle School), and a high school (Springfield High School), although configurations and names can change over time.

The Springfield Local School District operates under the governance of a publicly elected school board. The board is responsible for setting district policies, approving budgets, and overseeing the administration of the schools. The superintendent, appointed by the school board, is the chief administrative officer of the district, responsible for the day-to-day operations of the schools.

The district's academic performance is often measured by state standardized tests and graduation rates, which are publicly available through the Ohio Department of Education. The district provides a range of academic programs, including core subjects, electives, and potentially advanced placement courses at the high school level. It also typically offers extracurricular activities such as sports, clubs, and organizations.

The district's funding is primarily derived from local property taxes, state funding, and federal funding. The district budget supports staffing, facilities, and educational programs.