Springfield High School is a public secondary school located in Springfield, Illinois, United States. It is the oldest of the three high schools in Springfield Public Schools District 186. The school draws mainly from the west side of Springfield.
Serving 1,446 students in grades 9-12, Springfield High 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 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Springfield High School's student population of 1,446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1857
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Springfield High 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 Springfield High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1343 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
30%
17%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield High School's ranking?
Springfield High School is ranked #1343 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Springfield High School often compared to?
Springfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lanphier High School, Springfield Southeast High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield High School?
The graduation rate of Springfield High School is 74%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Springfield High School?
1,446 students attend Springfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Springfield High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield High School?
Springfield High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springfield High School offer ?
Springfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Springfield High School part of?
Springfield High School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
In what neighborhood is Springfield High School located?
Springfield High School is located in the Vinegar Hill neighborhood of Springfield, IL.
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