LINDSAY SCHOOL

Lindsay School is a public elementary school that is part of the Springfield SD 186 school district, located in Springfield, IL with about 412 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 31 teachers, Lindsay School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Lindsay School, located at 3600 Fielding Drive in Springfield, Illinois, is a public elementary school serving the Springfield Public Schools District 186. The school is known for fostering a supportive educational environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and academic growth for its K-5 student population. It serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, focusing on providing inclusive instruction that meets the diverse needs of its students while preparing them for middle school success.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Lindsay School is recognized for its commitment to creating a positive school culture. The administration and staff prioritize strong home-school partnerships, encouraging parental involvement through various school events and communication channels. By integrating traditional classroom instruction with extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to cultivate both intellectual curiosity and social responsibility in its young learners within the Springfield area.

For more information, contact Lindsay School at (217) 546-0200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3600 Fielding Dr
Springfield, IL 62711-6288
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LINDSAY SCHOOL is a public school in Springfield, IL with about 412 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:
412
Teachers:
31.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 412 students

White
46.1%
Black or African American
32.8%
Two or more races
11.7%
Asian
5.6%
Hispanic/Latino
3.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

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.