Top 3 Best 62704 Illinois Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,446 students in 62704, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 62704, IL are Lawrence Education Center and Springfield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62704 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62704, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62704 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Springfield High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62704, IL Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
101 E Laurel St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3144
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Springfield High School
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
101 S Lewis St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,446 students
Rank: n/an/a
Springfield Learning Academy
Alternative School
101 E Laurel St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3358
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 62704 Illinois

62704, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
101 E Laurel St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3358
Grades: 9-12
| 130 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 62704, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62704, IL include Lawrence Education Center and Springfield High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62704?
3 public high schools are located in 62704.
What is the racial composition of students in 62704?
62704 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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