Lanphier High School, in the capital of the U.S. state of Illinois, Springfield, is a public high school affiliated with Springfield Public School District 186.
Serving 1,117 students in grades 9-12, Lanphier 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 53% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lanphier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lanphier High School's student population of 1,117 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,117 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lanphier High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanphier High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2786 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
46%
16%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
53%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
25%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Springfield SD 186 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion (leo)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanphier High School's ranking?
Lanphier High School is ranked #2786 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lanphier High School often compared to?
Lanphier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield High School, Springfield Southeast High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lanphier High School?
The graduation rate of Lanphier High School is 53%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lanphier High School?
1,117 students attend Lanphier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lanphier High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lanphier High School?
Lanphier High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lanphier High School offer ?
Lanphier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lanphier High School part of?
Lanphier High School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
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