Lindsay School

Summary:

Lindsay School is an elementary school in Springfield, Illinois, serving 423 students from kindergarten to 5th grade. It is part of the Springfield School District 186, which has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Lindsay School consistently outperforms the district and state averages in academic performance, with 36.3% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 19.8% proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to 25.9% and 16.5% for the district, respectively. The school also performs well for its African American and Special Education student populations, ranking in the top 40% and top 50% of Illinois elementary schools in these subgroups. However, the school's performance for its Female and Low Socioeconomic Status (SES) student populations is relatively weaker, ranking in the bottom 50% of Illinois elementary schools. Additionally, Lindsay School has experienced a significant increase in chronic absenteeism, rising from 24.7% in 2019-2020 to 30.2% in 2023-2024, which is notably higher than the state average of 17.1%.

While Sandburg Elementary School and Owen Marsh Elementary School, both within a 2-mile radius of Lindsay School, have higher academic proficiency rates and lower chronic absenteeism, Lindsay School's spending per student has increased significantly from $12,317 in 2019-2020 to $19,458 in 2022-2023, which is higher than the surrounding schools in the district. Addressing the equity concerns and high chronic absenteeism should be a priority for Lindsay School and the Springfield School District 186.


Detail:

Public K-5

 3600 Fielding Dr
       Springfield, IL  62711-6288


(217) 546-0200

District: Springfield School District 186

SchoolDigger Rank:
1032nd of 2,067 Illinois Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $20,875 Help


Students who attend Lindsay School usually attend:

Middle:    Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Student/teacher ratio:  14.9 Help
Number of students:  458

Racial breakdown:

African American:
43.4%
White:
34.5%
Two or more races:
10.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  47.4% Help


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Compare Details Lindsay School ranks better than 50.1% of elementary schools in Illinois. It also ranks 5th among 21 ranked elementary schools in the Springfield School District 186. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 45.5. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (43.4%), White (34.5%), two or more races (10.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 47.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Lindsay School is 14.9. 16 elementary schools in the Springfield School District 186 have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Lindsay School is $20,875. 16 elementary schools in the Springfield School District 186 spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Lindsay School:

SchoolDigger ranks Lindsay School 1032nd of 2067 Illinois public elementary schools. (See Lindsay School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Springfield School District 186:

SchoolDigger ranks Springfield School District 186 675th of 813 Illinois school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Lindsay School

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Rank History for all students at Lindsay School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 60.40 971st 2020 51.9%
2004 63.11 892nd 2030 56.1%
2005 58.19 1032nd 2022 49.0%
2006 64.77 900th 2086 56.9%
2007 59.24 1058th 2095 49.5%
2008 64.64 906th 2092 56.7%
2009 58.99 1069th 2120 49.6%
2010 49.59 1298th 2139 39.3%
2011 48.21 1341st 2147 37.5%
2012 48.87 1327th 2166 38.7%
2013 65.06 805th 2167 62.9%
2014 71.45 597th 2093 71.5%
2015 66.10 597th 2052 70.9%
2016 62.85 678th 2046 66.9%
2017 66.14 632nd 2044 69.1%
2018 57.01 818th 2037 59.8%
2019 49.70 973rd 2086 53.4%
2021 43.63 981st 1948 49.6%
2022 46.39 1027th 2082 50.7%
2023 47.21 1011th 2077 51.3%
2024 45.50 1032nd 2067 50.1%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Lindsay School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 84.05 49th 763 93.6%
2019 62.23 313th 1194 73.8%
2022 54.98 353rd 1113 68.3%
2023 42.13 567th 1156 51.0%
2024 50.72 466th 1195 61.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Lindsay School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 33.18 1233rd 1765 30.1%
2019 31.03 1342nd 1816 26.1%
2021 33.94 1020th 1514 32.6%
2022 43.84 929th 1763 47.3%
2023 41.45 1017th 1808 43.8%
2024 38.58 1098th 1793 38.8%
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Rank History for Female students at Lindsay School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 57.54 755th 1964 61.6%
2019 50.06 945th 2019 53.2%
2021 38.65 953rd 1680 43.3%
2022 43.68 1002nd 1970 49.1%
2023 43.90 1021st 1957 47.8%
2024 41.17 1057th 1942 45.6%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Lindsay School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 52.45 317th 907 65.0%
2024 59.50 237th 886 73.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Lindsay School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 53.84 829th 1972 58.0%
2019 49.35 938th 2019 53.5%
2021 43.49 871st 1707 49.0%
2022 47.86 921st 1977 53.4%
2023 48.35 923rd 1984 53.5%
2024 48.27 920th 1959 53.0%
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Rank History for African American students at Lindsay School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 49.75 267th 698 61.7%
2019 48.37 297th 711 58.2%
2021 38.24 236th 428 44.9%
2022 50.57 253rd 684 63.0%
2023 54.01 226th 692 67.3%
2024 49.95 254th 655 61.2%
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Rank History for White students at Lindsay School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 65.03 468th 1463 68.0%
2019 56.33 620th 1462 57.6%
2021 37.81 826th 1308 36.9%
2022 58.09 560th 1425 60.7%
2023 63.06 467th 1419 67.1%
2024 51.09 675th 1392 51.5%
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Data source: test scores: Illinois State Board of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Illinois State Board of Education

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by a citizen
Monday, December 27, 2010

Open Quote Blue Ribbon Presidential Award Winning Grade School. Best in Springfield although that doesnt say too much. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Lindsay School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2001 296 142 22 10 1 n/a n/a 0 471
2002 311 105 21 9 4 n/a n/a 0 450
2003 311 105 21 9 4 n/a n/a 0 450
2004 338 137 33 10 3 n/a n/a 0 521
2005 310 96 25 9 1 n/a n/a 22 463
2006 318 97 25 12 3 n/a n/a 34 489
2007 309 129 29 9 1 n/a n/a 38 515
2008 297 130 28 9 2 n/a n/a 43 509
2009 281 140 27 14 2 n/a n/a 44 508
2010 266 143 28 13 2 n/a n/a 44 496
2011 270 170 46 23 1 0 32 0 542
2012 268 163 49 20 2 0 30 0 532
2013 267 147 33 23 2 0 36 0 508
2014 254 159 38 24 2 0 42 0 519
2015 231 145 48 17 3 0 39 0 483
2016 228 161 35 17 2 0 51 0 494
2017 209 139 25 14 4 0 48 0 439
2018 190 135 23 15 1 0 48 0 412
2019 213 153 30 16 1 0 42 0 455
2020 203 184 32 18 2 0 51 0 490
2021 200 163 49 20 2 0 45 0 479
2022 164 172 39 14 1 0 43 0 433
2023 163 164 29 25 1 0 41 0 423
2024 158 199 32 19 1 0 48 1 458

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Lindsay School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2001 471 28.0 16.8 n/a
2002 450 24.9 18.1 33.1
2003 450 24.9 18.1 33.1
2004 521 27.9 18.7 37
2005 463 29.9 15.5 38.3
2006 489 29.9 16.4 41.3
2007 515 28.0 18.4 43.6
2008 509 29.0 17.6 44.6
2009 508 35.8 14.2 46.8
2010 496 33.7 14.6 51.1
2011 542 29.7 18.2 45.9
2012 532 29.7 17.8 36.1
2013 508 37.0 13.7 38.4
2014 519 30.0 17.3 42.2
2015 483 31.0 15.5 43.5
2016 494 32.0 15.4 39.3
2017 439 31.8 13.8 45.8
2018 412 31.5 13.0 49.5
2019 455 30.0 15.1 35.6
2020 490 31.0 15.8 43.9
2021 479 n/a n/a n/a
2022 433 33.0 13.1 38.8
2023 423 31.0 13.6 39.5
2024 458 30.6 14.9 47.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Lindsay School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2001 471 28.0 16.8 n/a
2002 450 24.9 18.1 33.1
2003 450 24.9 18.1 33.1
2004 521 27.9 18.7 37
2005 463 29.9 15.5 38.3
2006 489 29.9 16.4 41.3
2007 515 28.0 18.4 43.6
2008 509 29.0 17.6 44.6
2009 508 35.8 14.2 46.8
2010 496 33.7 14.6 51.1
2011 542 29.7 18.2 45.9
2012 532 29.7 17.8 36.1
2013 508 37.0 13.7 38.4
2014 519 30.0 17.3 42.2
2015 483 31.0 15.5 43.5
2016 494 32.0 15.4 39.3
2017 439 31.8 13.8 45.8
2018 412 31.5 13.0 49.5
2019 455 30.0 15.1 35.6
2020 490 31.0 15.8 43.9
2021 479 n/a n/a n/a
2022 433 33.0 13.1 38.8
2023 423 31.0 13.6 39.5
2024 458 30.6 14.9 47.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

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YearPolioMeaslesMumpsRubellaVaricellaDTPHepatitis B
201596.8%95.7%95.7%95.7%95.7%96.4%
201698.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%98.6%98.2%
201797.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.1%96.7%
201898.5%98.5%98.5%98.5%98.5%97.8%
201993.9%95.2%95.2%95.2%95.0%94.1%
202195.4%95.6%95.6%95.6%95.4%95.4%95.9%
202295.9%95.4%95.4%95.4%95.7%95.9%95.9%
202396.1%95.8%95.8%95.8%96.1%96.1%99.5%
202497.2%98.1%98.1%98.1%98.1%97.4%98.9%

Data source: Illinois State Board of Education
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Lindsay School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $915 (6.9%) $12,325 (93.1%) $13,240
2020 $922 (7.5%) $11,394 (92.5%) $12,317
2021 $1,054 (8.3%) $11,612 (91.7%) $12,666
2022 $1,054 (8.3%) $11,612 (91.7%) $12,666
2023 $2,835 (14.6%) $16,622 (85.4%) $19,458
2024 $3,810 (18.3%) $17,065 (81.7%) $20,875

Data source: Illinois Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Lindsay School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 973rd of 2086 Elementary schoolsRanks 1011th of 2077 Elementary schools
 2%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Lindsay School)31.936.6
 4.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Springfield School District 186)2118.3
 2.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)36.428.8
 7.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Lindsay School)45.929.6
 16.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Springfield School District 186)32.421.8
 10.6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Illinois)40.633
 7.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Lindsay School)34.446.4
 12%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Springfield School District 186)25.225.6
 0.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)36.735.4
 1.3%
4th Grade Mathematics (Lindsay School)35.819.1
 16.7%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Springfield School District 186)28.516.9
 11.6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)33.527.7
 5.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Lindsay School)27.423.5
 3.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Springfield School District 186)28.724.2
 4.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)37.935.2
 2.7%
5th Grade Mathematics (Lindsay School)30.913.8
 17.1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Springfield School District 186)25.416.2
 9.2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)29.825.6
 4.2%
5th Grade Science (Lindsay School)49.442.3
 7.1%
   5th Grade Science (Springfield School District 186)42.539
 3.5%
   5th Grade Science (Illinois)54.452.4
 2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students455423
 7%
African American153164
 7.2%
American Indian11
Asian3029
 3.3%
Hispanic1625
 56.3%
Pacific Islander00
White213163
 23.5%
Two or More Races4241
 2.4%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients35.6%39.5%
 3.9%


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Students at Lindsay School are 43% African American, 34% White, 10% Two or more races, 7% Asian, 4% Hispanic.

Lindsay School ranks 1032nd of 2067 Illinois elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

In the 2023-24 school year, 458 students attended Lindsay School.

Students who attend Lindsay School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Benjamin Franklin Middle School


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Illinois State Board of Education.

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