For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,100 students in 62704, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62704, IL are Owen Marsh Elementary School, Sandburg Elementary School and Butler Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62704 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62704, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62704, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Owen Marsh Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 Avon Dr
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3173
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3173
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Sandburg Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2051 Wabash Ave
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3112
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3112
Gr: K-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Butler Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1701 S Macarthur Blvd
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3189
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3189
Gr: K-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1200 Outer Park Dr
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3006
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3006
Gr: 6-8 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Black Hawk Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2500 S College St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3195
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3195
Gr: K-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Elizabeth Graham Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
900 W Edwards St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3220
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3220
Gr: K-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
U S Grant Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1800 W Monroe St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3170
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3170
Gr: 6-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #88.
Dubois Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
120 S Lincoln Ave
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3066
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3066
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
62704, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
101 E Laurel St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3358
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3358
Gr: 9-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62704, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62704, IL include Owen Marsh Elementary School, Sandburg Elementary School and Butler Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62704?
8 public elementary schools are located in 62704.
What is the racial composition of students in 62704?
62704 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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