What types of schools are available in Springfield, Illinois?

Springfield, Illinois offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Springfield, Illinois

Q: How many schools are in Springfield, Illinois?

There are 31 schools in Springfield, Illinois, serving 13,014 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Springfield?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Springfield, Illinois, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 31 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

13,014

Total Students

Across Springfield

12.7:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

31 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%

ELA Assessment Score12%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)9 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,117 students at Lanphier High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch

publicelementaryK-5

1200 S Pope Ave, Springfield, IL 62703

1300 N 11Th St, Springfield, IL 62702

1825 Lee St, Springfield, IL 62703

Mcclernand Elem School

publicelementaryK-5

801 N 6Th St, Springfield, IL 62702

Hazel Dell Elem School

publicelementaryK-5

850 W Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, IL 62712

Jane Addams Elem School

publicelementaryK-5

10 Babiak Ln, Springfield, IL 62702

2200 E Ridgely Ave, Springfield, IL 62702

524 W Elliott Ave, Springfield, IL 62702

120 S Lincoln Ave, Springfield, IL 62704

Black Hawk Elem School

publicelementaryK-5

2500 S College St, Springfield, IL 62704

Early Learning Center

publicelementaryPK-PK

2501 S 1St St, Springfield, IL 62704

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Springfield

Springfield, Illinois is home to 31 schools serving over 13,014 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Springfield, Illinois?

There are 31 schools in Springfield, serving 13,014 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Springfield?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Springfield include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Springfield?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Springfield is 12.7:1.

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