Summary:
The 62702 zip code area of Springfield, Illinois is home to 6 elementary schools that are part of the Springfield School District 186. These schools serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade and face significant challenges, including low academic performance, high poverty levels, and chronic absenteeism.
Among the standout schools, Jane Addams Elementary School and Enos Elementary School have the highest rankings and proficiency rates in English Language Arts compared to their peers. However, all 6 schools consistently underperform the state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency, with some schools, such as McClernand Elementary School, performing significantly worse than others.
The schools in this area face additional challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates, with all 6 schools reporting a rate of 25.4% for the 2024-2025 school year, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the schools serve a predominantly low-income population, with free or reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 65.62% to 76.53%. The variation in spending per student, from $21,504 to $25,167, suggests potential funding disparities that may impact the schools' ability to provide adequate resources and support for their students.
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