Springfield HS Wins National Blue Ribbon Award

SPRINGFIELD, PA — Springfield High School in Delaware County has received one of the top education honors in the nation, as it was named a 2024 Blue Ribbon School.

It was the only school in Delaware County to receive the designation, which highlights schools that either excel in academic performance or make significant strides in closing achievement gaps among different student groups.

"Obviously, we are so proud of our staff and students for this incredible honor," the district said in a statement. "What makes this recognition so prestigious is that schools do not apply for the award. They are selected by their states as exemplary educational institutions. They represent the very best our system has to offer our children."

According to the Department of Education, being named a Blue Ribbon school “affirms the hard work of educators, families and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging and engaging content.”

Each school that earns the award is either among the highest performing schools in a state or among the highest performing in closing the achievement gap.

A total of 316 public schools and 40 private schools nationwide received the designation in 2024. The 12 schools that won in Pennsylvania are included below:

• Central High School, Philadelphia
• Connoquenessing Elementary School, Renfrew
• Dorseyville Middle School, Pittsburgh
• Economy Elementary School, Freedom
• Holy Family School, Phoenixville
• Marlborough Elementary School, Green Lane
• Mercer Area High School, Mercer
• Oakview Elementary School, Stoneboro
• Quaker Valley Middle School, Sewickley
• Richland Elementary School, Johnstown
• Saltsburg Elementary School, Saltsburg
• Springfield High School, Springfield
• West Hanover Elementary School, Harrisburg