Lanphier High School vs McClernand Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lanphier High School
Springfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,117 students
McClernand Elem School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
213 students
| Measure | Lanphier High School Springfield, Illinois | McClernand Elem School Springfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #552 of 691 | #1931 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #15408 of 16,910 | #45533 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,117 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 1,117 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.2% | 80.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 12% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.1 vs 18.9).
- •Lanphier High School does better on math proficiency (14% vs 12%).
- •Lanphier High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.2% vs 80.3%).
- •McClernand Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.3).
- •Lanphier High School is the larger school with 1,117 students compared with 213.
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 Lanphier High School better than McClernand Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Lanphier High School and McClernand Elem School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lanphier High School: 1,117. McClernand Elem School: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lanphier High School and McClernand Elem School rank in Illinois?
Lanphier High School is 552nd of 691 and McClernand Elem School is 1931st of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).