For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,898 students in 62704, IL (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,333 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 62704, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62704, IL are Lawrence Education Center, Springfield High School and Sandburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62704 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 62704, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62704, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 E Laurel St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3144
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3144
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students
Rank: #22.
Springfield High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 S Lewis St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3100
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,496 students
Rank: #33.
Sandburg Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2051 Wabash Ave
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3112
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3112
Grades: K-5
| 261 students
Rank: #44.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1200 Outer Park Dr
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3006
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3006
Grades: 6-8
| 716 students
Rank: #55.
Owen Marsh Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 Avon Dr
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3173
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3173
Grades: K-5
| 266 students
Rank: #66.
Butler Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1701 S Macarthur Blvd
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3189
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3189
Grades: K-5
| 302 students
Rank: #77.
Black Hawk Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2500 S College St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3195
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3195
Grades: K-5
| 241 students
Rank: #88.
Elizabeth Graham Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
900 W Edwards St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3220
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3220
Grades: K-5
| 268 students
Rank: #99.
U S Grant Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1800 W Monroe St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3170
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3170
Grades: 6-8
| 551 students
Rank: #1010.
Dubois Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
120 S Lincoln Ave
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3066
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3066
Grades: K-5
| 378 students
Rank: n/an/a
2501 S 1st St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3163
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3163
Grades: PK
| 419 students
Rank: n/an/a
Springfield Learning Academy
Alternative School
101 E Laurel St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3358
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3358
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students
62704, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
101 E Laurel St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3358
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3358
Grades: 9-12
| 130 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62704, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62704, IL include Lawrence Education Center, Springfield High School and Sandburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62704, IL?
12 public schools are located in 62704, IL.
What percentage of students in 62704, IL go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 62704, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62704, IL?
62704, IL public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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