Serving 279 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sandburg Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sandburg Elementary School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Sandburg Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandburg Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#892 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
39%
16%
White
42%
45%
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
16%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandburg Elementary School's ranking?
Sandburg Elementary School is ranked #892 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sandburg Elementary School often compared to?
Sandburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sandburg Elementary School?
279 students attend Sandburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sandburg Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandburg Elementary School?
Sandburg Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandburg Elementary School offer ?
Sandburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sandburg Elementary School part of?
Sandburg Elementary School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
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