EDWIN A LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Edwin A Lee Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Springfield SD 186 school district, located in Springfield, IL with about 243 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 23 teachers, Edwin A Lee Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Edwin A. Lee Elementary School, located on Bunn Avenue 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, character development, and the cultivation of essential skills for its diverse student population. By focusing on core curriculum standards and leveraging local educational resources, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success in their middle school years and beyond.

Beyond its academic offerings, Edwin A. Lee Elementary plays a vital role in the local Springfield community. The school environment is designed to encourage active engagement between teachers, students, and families, creating a collaborative atmosphere that prioritizes student well-being. With a commitment to inclusivity and individualized support, the school works to ensure that all students have the opportunity to thrive in a safe, structured, and nurturing setting.

For more information, contact Edwin A Lee Elementary School at (217) 585-5828 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1201 Bunn Ave
Springfield, IL 62703-5362
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EDWIN A LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Springfield, IL with about 243 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:
243
Teachers:
23.38
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 243 students

Black or African American
52.7%
White
35.4%
Two or more races
9.9%
Hispanic/Latino
1.2%
Asian
0.8%

Female
43.6%
Male
56.4%

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.