Below Average
#3028 of 3,813 schools in IL
Harvard Park Elem School
Elementary School · Springfield SD 186
2501 S 11th St, Springfield, IL 62703
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,028 of 3,813
In Springfield
#21 of 31
public schools
In district
#21 of 31
Springfield SD 186
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Harvard Park Elem School
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About Harvard Park Elem School
Harvard Park Elem School is a public elementary school in Springfield, IL, part of Springfield SD 186. Harvard Park Elem School serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Harvard Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,028 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Harvard Park Elem School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Harvard Park Elem School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
65% of students at Harvard Park Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Harvard Park Elem School — Students at Harvard Park Elem School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Harvard Park Elem School Compares
See how Harvard Park Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2501 S 11th St, Springfield, IL 62703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harvard Park Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Iles Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Butler Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Laketown Elem School (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Middle School Springfield | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Early Learning Center Springfield | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Springfield | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Iles Elem School Springfield | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Black Hawk Elem School Springfield | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Southern View Elem School Springfield | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Springfield | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Feitshans Elem Sch Springfield | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Springfield Southeast High Sch Springfield | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Laketown Elem School Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Springfield Ball Charter School Springfield | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT Springfield | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield | 1.6 mi | — |
| Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch Springfield | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Magnet School Springfield | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Butler Elem School Springfield | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Benjamin Franklin Middle School Springfield | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Edwin A Lee Elementary School Springfield | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Washington Middle School Springfield | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Elizabeth Graham Elem School Springfield | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,580
Median Home Value
$93,100
Median Rent
$971/mo
Population
28,820
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
27%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andalusia Elem School Andalusia, IL | 4.9 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT Springfield, IL | 4.9 |
| Bonfield Grade School Bonfield, IL | 4.9 |
| Bowlesburg Elem School Silvis, IL | 4.9 |
| Bright Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.9 |
| Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago, IL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harvard Park Elem School
What grades does Harvard Park Elem School serve?
Harvard Park Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Harvard Park Elem School?
Harvard Park Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvard Park Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harvard Park Elem School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harvard Park Elem School rank in IL?
Harvard Park Elem School ranks #3,028 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Harvard Park Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harvard Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Harvard Park Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harvard Park Elem School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harvard Park Elem School a charter school?
No, Harvard Park Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harvard Park Elem School a Title I school?
No, Harvard Park Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harvard Park Elem School?
79.4% of students at Harvard Park Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 349
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Sangamon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.5%
- Phone
- (217) 525-3214
Resources & Links
District
Springfield SD 186- District Enrollment
- 12,920
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,554
- District Rank
- #21 of 31
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