FEITSHANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Feitshans Elem Sch is a public elementary school that is part of the Springfield SD 186 school district, located in Springfield, IL with about 380 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 34 teachers, Feitshans Elem Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Feitshans Elementary School, located at 1101 S 15th St in Springfield, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Springfield Public Schools District 186. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. By serving a diverse student population, the school strives to provide equitable opportunities for all learners, focusing on essential literacy and numeracy skills while encouraging students to become active participants in their own education.

Beyond the core curriculum, Feitshans Elementary often integrates various programs designed to meet the holistic needs of its students, reflecting the district's broader goals of preparing children for middle school success. The school places a high value on the partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Springfield community, aiming to create a stable and nurturing atmosphere. Through these collaborative efforts, Feitshans works to cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to reach their full potential in both their academic pursuits and their personal development.

For more information, contact Feitshans Elem Sch at (217) 525-3030 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1101 S 15th St
Springfield, IL 62703-2636
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FEITSHANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Springfield, IL with about 380 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Springfield SD 186
Total Students:
380
Teachers:
34.45
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 380 students

Black or African American
57.4%
White
29.2%
Two or more races
10.0%
Hispanic/Latino
2.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Asian
0.3%

Female
46.1%
Male
53.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.