Serving 1,173 students in grades 9-12, Lanphier High 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,173 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lanphier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lanphier High School's student population of 1,173 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lanphier High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanphier High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2723 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
39%
17%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)73%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
25%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanphier High School's ranking?
Lanphier High School is ranked #2723 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lanphier High School often compared to?
Lanphier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield High School, Springfield Southeast High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lanphier High School?
The graduation rate of Lanphier High School is 73%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lanphier High School?
1,173 students attend Lanphier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lanphier High School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lanphier High School?
Lanphier High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lanphier High School offer ?
Lanphier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lanphier High School part of?
Lanphier High School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
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