Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harvard Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harvard Park Elementary School serves the southeast area of Springfield, IL, covering approximately 1.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harvard Park Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
370 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harvard Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvard Park Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
62%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
24%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvard Park Elementary School's ranking?
Harvard Park Elementary School is ranked #3087 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harvard Park Elementary School?
370 students attend Harvard Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Harvard Park Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvard Park Elementary School?
Harvard Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harvard Park Elementary School offer ?
Harvard Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harvard Park Elementary School part of?
Harvard Park Elementary School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
In what neighborhood is Harvard Park Elementary School located?
Harvard Park Elementary School is located in the Harvard Park neighborhood of Springfield, IL.
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