Serving 1,261 students in grades 9-12, Springfield Southeast High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springfield Southeast High School's student population of 1,261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield Southeast High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Southeast High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2316 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
55%
17%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
67%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
23%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Southeast High School's ranking?
Springfield Southeast High School is ranked #2316 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Springfield Southeast High School often compared to?
Springfield Southeast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield High School, Lanphier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield Southeast High School?
The graduation rate of Springfield Southeast High School is 67%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Springfield Southeast High School?
1,261 students attend Springfield Southeast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Springfield Southeast High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Southeast High School?
Springfield Southeast High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Springfield Southeast High School offer ?
Springfield Southeast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Springfield Southeast High School part of?
Springfield Southeast High School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
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