Butler Elem School vs Lindsay School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Butler Elem School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
Lindsay School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
438 students
| Measure | Butler Elem School Springfield, Illinois | Lindsay School Springfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1341 of 2,303 | #1096 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #36357 of 50,301 | #31812 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 367 | 438 |
| Enrollment | 367 | 438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.9% | 48.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lindsay School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.2 vs 33.3).
- •Lindsay School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Lindsay School does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Lindsay School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.4% vs 56.9%).
- •Lindsay School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.1).
- •Lindsay School is the larger school with 438 students compared with 367.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Butler Elem School better than Lindsay School?
On the Success Index (US), Lindsay School ranks higher (40.2 vs 33.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Butler Elem School and Lindsay School?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Butler Elem School: 367. Lindsay School: 438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Butler Elem School and Lindsay School rank in Illinois?
Butler Elem School is 1341st of 2,303 and Lindsay School is 1096th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).