Below Average

#641 of 716 private schools in IL

Little Flower Catholic School

Elementary School

900 ADLAI STEVENSON DR, Springfield, IL 62703

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

21.4:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

21.4:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#641 of 716

In Springfield

#10 of 11

public schools

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About Little Flower Catholic School

Little Flower Catholic School is a private elementary school in Springfield, IL. Little Flower Catholic School serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Flower Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #641 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.4 pts below IL schools

4.8

This school 4.8 · Below Average
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Little Flower Catholic School runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Little Flower Catholic 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 Little Flower Catholic School compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Springfield, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

21.4:1

This School

12.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

223

This School

329

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.8

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.5% vs 0%

Black 11.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.8% vs 0%

Asian 0.4% vs 0%

Little Flower Catholic School Springfield Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Little Flower Catholic School (this school)	—	223	21.4:1	4.8
Southern View Elem School	0.4 mi	154	11.8:1	4.3
Jefferson Middle School	0.5 mi	495	12.7:1	3.4
Laketown Elem School	0.9 mi	124	7.8:1	6.1
Harvard Park Elem School	1.0 mi	349	11.3:1	4.9
Edwin A Lee Elementary School	1.3 mi	196	9.8:1	5.8
Early Learning Center	1.3 mi	558	19.9:1	5.1
Black Hawk Elem School	1.3 mi	261	14.5:1	5.6
Hazel Dell Elem School	1.7 mi	113	8.7:1	4.6
Iles Elem School	1.9 mi	406	16.2:1	9.2
Benjamin Franklin Middle School	1.9 mi	705	12.8:1	6.9
Springfield Ball Charter School	2.0 mi	394	15.8:1	5.5
Butler Elem School	2.2 mi	351	13.5:1	7.3
Feitshans Elem Sch	2.3 mi	274	10.5:1	3.5
Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch	2.5 mi	213	11.2:1	5.9
Sandburg Elem School	2.7 mi	278	14.6:1	7.9
Lincoln Magnet School	2.9 mi	300	12.5:1	8.1
Elizabeth Graham Elem School	3.0 mi	248	7.3:1	5.7
Washington Middle School	3.0 mi	521	10.2:1	3.6
Dubois Elem School	3.4 mi	438	15.1:1	3.3
Owen Marsh Elem School	3.6 mi	292	16.2:1	7.5

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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

C- 1.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 21.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,210.4

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 30%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 223

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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 82.5%

Black 11.7%

Two or More 3.6%

Hispanic 1.8%

Asian 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

900 ADLAI STEVENSON DR, Springfield, IL 62703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Little Flower Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Iles Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Butler Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Laketown Elem School (rated 6.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Southern View Elem School Springfield	0.4 mi	154	4.3
Jefferson Middle School Springfield	0.5 mi	495	3.4
Harvard Park Elem School Springfield	1.0 mi	349	4.9
Laketown Elem School Springfield	0.9 mi	124	6.1
Edwin A Lee Elementary School Springfield	1.3 mi	196	5.8
Early Learning Center Springfield	1.3 mi	558	5.1
Black Hawk Elem School Springfield	1.3 mi	261	5.6
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield	1.2 mi	15	—
Iles Elem School Springfield	1.9 mi	406	9.2
Hazel Dell Elem School Springfield	1.7 mi	113	4.6
Springfield Southeast High Sch Springfield	1.9 mi	1,189	5.6
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Springfield	2.2 mi	49	5.8
Benjamin Franklin Middle School Springfield	1.9 mi	705	6.9
Springfield Ball Charter School Springfield	2.0 mi	394	5.5
BLESSED SACRAMENT Springfield	2.1 mi	390	4.9
Feitshans Elem Sch Springfield	2.3 mi	274	3.5
Butler Elem School Springfield	2.2 mi	351	7.3
Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch Springfield	2.5 mi	213	5.9
Lincoln Magnet School Springfield	2.9 mi	300	8.1
Washington Middle School Springfield	3.0 mi	521	3.6

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	Enrollment	Rating
Drake Elem School Chicago, IL	301	4.8
Galatia Elem School Galatia, IL	164	4.8
Grant Elem School Melrose Park, IL	309	4.8
HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oglesby, IL	145	4.8
Hartford Elem School Hartford, IL	159	4.8
Jane Addams Elem School Springfield, IL	262	4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Flower Catholic School

What grades does Little Flower Catholic School serve?

Little Flower Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Little Flower Catholic School?

Little Flower Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Flower Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Flower Catholic School is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Little Flower Catholic School rank in IL?

Little Flower Catholic School ranks #641 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Little Flower Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Little Flower Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Little Flower Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Little Flower Catholic 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 Little Flower Catholic School a religious school?

Little Flower Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 36 Some Transit
Bike Score: 44 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 223
Gender Split: 65% M / 35% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 21.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Sangamon County
Phone: (217) 529-4511

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