For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 438 students in 62711, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 143 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 62711, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 62711, IL is Lindsay School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62711 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62711, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62711, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lindsay School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3600 Fielding Dr
Springfield, IL 62711
(217) 546-0200
Springfield, IL 62711
(217) 546-0200
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62711, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62711, IL include Lindsay School.
How many public schools are located in 62711?
1 public schools are located in 62711.
What percentage of students in 62711 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 62711 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62711?
62711 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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