Jonathan Dayton High School

www.springfieldschools.com

654 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Jonathan Dayton High School, located in Springfield, New Jersey, is a public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As the sole high school in the Springfield Public Schools district, it serves as the academic anchor for the local community, emphasizing a comprehensive curriculum that balances rigorous college-preparatory coursework with opportunities for career and technical education. The school is known for fostering a supportive environment that encourages student engagement through a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs.

Beyond its academic offerings, Jonathan Dayton High School places a strong focus on community spirit and personal growth. The school utilizes its suburban setting to facilitate strong partnerships between faculty, students, and families, aiming to cultivate a well-rounded educational experience that prepares graduates for the challenges of higher education and the modern workforce. With a commitment to inclusivity and excellence, the institution strives to maintain high standards of student achievement while fostering a sense of pride and belonging among its diverse student body.

654

Total Students

47.4

Full-Time Teachers

13.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

19.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jonathan Dayton High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	335
Hispanic	141
Black	113
Asian	37
Two or More	24
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	3

White
335 (51.2%)
Hispanic
141 (21.6%)
Black
113 (17.3%)
Asian
37 (5.7%)
Two or More
24 (3.7%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.5%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Springfield Public School District
Phone:	(973)376-1025
Website:	http://www.springfieldschools.com
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	654
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	47.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	105
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	24

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 148

Grade 10 151

Grade 11 178

Grade 12 177