Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Springfield Ball Charter 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Ball Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Springfield Ball Charter School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Springfield Ball Charter 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 Springfield Ball Charter School is 0.65, 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
#1952 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Ball Charter School's ranking?
Springfield Ball Charter School is ranked #1952 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Springfield Ball Charter School often compared to?
Springfield Ball Charter 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Springfield Ball Charter School?
394 students attend Springfield Ball Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Springfield Ball Charter School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield Ball Charter School?
Springfield Ball Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springfield Ball Charter School offer ?
Springfield Ball Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Springfield Ball Charter School part of?
Springfield Ball Charter School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
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