Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Butler Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Butler Elementary School serves the southwest part of Springfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butler Elementary School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Butler Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butler Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butler Elementary School's ranking?
Butler Elementary School is ranked #1140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Butler Elementary School often compared to?
Butler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Hawk Elementary School, Dubois Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Butler Elementary School?
367 students attend Butler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Butler Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butler Elementary School?
Butler Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Butler Elementary School offer ?
Butler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Butler Elementary School part of?
Butler Elementary School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
In what neighborhood is Butler Elementary School located?
Butler Elementary School is located in the Washington Knolls neighborhood of Springfield, IL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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