For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,084 students in 62702, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 62702, IL are Douglas School and Lanphier High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62702 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62702, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62702 have a Graduation Rate of 53%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lanphier High School, with 53% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62702, IL Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Douglas School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
444 W Reynolds St
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 525-4400
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 525-4400
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #22.
Lanphier High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1300 N 11th St
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 525-3080
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 525-3080
Gr: 9-12 | 1,084 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
62702, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3040 East Linden Ave
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 525-3256
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 525-3256
Gr: K-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 62702, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62702, IL include Douglas School and Lanphier High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62702?
2 public high schools are located in 62702.
What is the racial composition of students in 62702?
62702 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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