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#414 of 716 private schools in IL

Christ the King Elementary School

Elementary School

1920 BARBERRY DR, Springfield, IL 62704

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

372

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

372

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#414 of 716

In Springfield

#5 of 11

public schools

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About Christ the King Elementary School

Christ the King Elementary School is a private elementary school in Springfield, IL. Christ the King Elementary School serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Christ the King Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #414 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it comparesOn par with IL schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Christ the King Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Christ the King Elementary School compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Springfield, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.7:1

This School

12.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

372

This School

329

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 89.5% vs 0%

Black 1.6% vs 0%

Asian 0.8% vs 0%

Christ the King Elementary School Springfield Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Christ the King Elementary School (this school)	—	372	11.7:1	6.1
Sandburg Elem School	0.7 mi	278	14.6:1	7.9
Benjamin Franklin Middle School	0.9 mi	705	12.8:1	6.9
Butler Elem School	1.2 mi	351	13.5:1	7.3
Owen Marsh Elem School	1.2 mi	292	16.2:1	7.5
Black Hawk Elem School	1.7 mi	261	14.5:1	5.6
U S Grant Middle School	1.8 mi	527	10.5:1	4.6
Early Learning Center	1.8 mi	558	19.9:1	5.1
Elizabeth Graham Elem School	1.9 mi	248	7.3:1	5.7
Lindsay School	1.9 mi	458	15.3:1	6.1
Dubois Elem School	2.0 mi	438	15.1:1	3.3
Southern View Elem School	2.4 mi	154	11.8:1	4.3
Harvard Park Elem School	2.5 mi	349	11.3:1	4.9
Jane Addams Elem School	2.7 mi	262	12.5:1	4.8
Iles Elem School	2.9 mi	406	16.2:1	9.2
Feitshans Elem Sch	3.0 mi	274	10.5:1	3.5
Jefferson Middle School	3.0 mi	495	12.7:1	3.4
Lincoln Magnet School	3.1 mi	300	12.5:1	8.1
Enos Elem School	3.1 mi	241	12.7:1	6.3
McClernand Elem School	3.3 mi	196	11.5:1	5.1
Edwin A Lee Elementary School	3.5 mi	196	9.8:1	5.8

Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Springfield

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention

B 6.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,196.8

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 4.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 19%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 372

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 89.5%

Two or More 7.8%

Black 1.6%

Asian 0.8%

Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1920 BARBERRY DR, Springfield, IL 62704

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christ the King Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sandburg Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Owen Marsh Elem School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Butler Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Sandburg Elem School Springfield	0.7 mi	278	7.9
Benjamin Franklin Middle School Springfield	0.9 mi	705	6.9
Owen Marsh Elem School Springfield	1.2 mi	292	7.5
OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield	1.2 mi	157	6.1
Butler Elem School Springfield	1.2 mi	351	7.3
BLESSED SACRAMENT Springfield	1.3 mi	390	4.9
U S Grant Middle School Springfield	1.8 mi	527	4.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL HOUSE OF SPRINGFIELD Springfield	1.7 mi	16	—
Elizabeth Graham Elem School Springfield	1.9 mi	248	5.7
TRINTY Springfield	1.9 mi	165	6.7
SACRED HEART GRIFFIN HIGH SCHOOL Springfield	2.0 mi	510	4.4
Dubois Elem School Springfield	2.0 mi	438	3.3
ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield	2.2 mi	213	6.7
Black Hawk Elem School Springfield	1.7 mi	261	5.6
Early Learning Center Springfield	1.8 mi	558	5.1
CALVARY ACADEMY Springfield	2.3 mi	280	6.4
Lindsay School Springfield	1.9 mi	458	6.1
Springfield High School Springfield	2.3 mi	1,446	7.8
Jane Addams Elem School Springfield	2.7 mi	262	4.8
SPRINGFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springfield	2.6 mi	372	5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,352

Median Home Value

$166,900

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

39,597

College Educated

41.9%

Homeownership

61.7%

Avg Commute

16.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

40.5

Similar Schools

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Adlai Stevenson Elem School Elk Grove Village, IL	496	6.1
Briargate Elem School Cary, IL	425	6.1
Christopher Elem School Christopher, IL	514	6.1
Gordon School Posen, IL	288	6.1
Grant Park Elem School Grant Park, IL	320	6.1
HILLEL TORAH NORTH SUBURBAN DAY SCHOOL Skokie, IL	372	6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christ the King Elementary School

What grades does Christ the King Elementary School serve?

Christ the King Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Christ the King Elementary School?

Christ the King Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christ the King Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Christ the King Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Christ the King Elementary School rank in IL?

Christ the King Elementary School ranks #414 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Christ the King Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Christ the King Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Christ the King Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Christ the King Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Christ the King Elementary School a religious school?

Christ the King Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 33 Some Transit
Bike Score: 45 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 372
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 32
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Sangamon County
Phone: (217) 546-2159

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