Serving 438 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lindsay School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 62% 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: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lindsay School serves the southwest part of Springfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 3.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lindsay School's student population of 438 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
438 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lindsay 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 Lindsay School is 0.69, 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
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindsay School's ranking?
Lindsay School is ranked #1595 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lindsay School often compared to?
Lindsay Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lindsay School?
438 students attend Lindsay School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Lindsay School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lindsay School?
Lindsay School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lindsay School offer ?
Lindsay School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lindsay School part of?
Lindsay School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
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