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#109 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 5% in state

Bingham Elem.

Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII

2126 E. CHERRY, Springfield, MO 65802

Enrollment

395

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#109 of 2,221

In Springfield

#3 of 58

public schools

In district

#3 of 53

SPRINGFIELD R-XII

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Bingham Elem.

8.7/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bingham Elem.

Bingham Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Bingham Elem. serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bingham Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #109 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Bingham Elem. show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Bingham Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+8.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.3% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-11 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio5.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,461

Bingham Elem. — Students at Bingham Elem. score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 39.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
27.8%
ELA
36.1%
2025
Math
36.8%
ELA
43.3%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Bingham Elem. Compares

See how Bingham Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
95th percentile in MO
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
6:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2126 E. CHERRY, Springfield, MO 65802

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bingham Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PERSHING ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PITTMAN ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, WELLER ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Springfield 0.4 mi 5.9
SPRINGFIELD SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Springfield 0.4 mi
ROUNTREE ELEM. Springfield 1.1 mi 6.9
GREENE VALLEY SCHOOL Springfield 1.3 mi 3.5
DELAWARE ELEM. Springfield 1.4 mi 6.3
PITTMAN ELEM. Springfield 1.5 mi 7.4
MOCAP Attendance Center Springfield 1.5 mi 6.9
GREENWOOD LABORATORY SCHOOL Springfield 1.4 mi 6.0
SHADY DELL EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Springfield 1.7 mi 5.3
DISCOVERY GARDEN MONTESSORI Springfield 1.7 mi
WELLER ELEM. Springfield 1.9 mi 7.1
PERSHING ELEM. Springfield 2.0 mi 9.1
PERSHING MIDDLE Springfield 2.0 mi 6.9
KINGSWOOD PROGRAMS Springfield 2.3 mi
JARRETT MIDDLE Springfield 2.0 mi 7.4
DATEMA HOUSE Springfield 2.0 mi
ST AGNES SCHOOL Springfield 2.0 mi 5.9
CENTRAL HIGH Springfield 2.2 mi 8.5
MOCA-S Springfield 2.1 mi 3.4
BOYD ELEM. Springfield 2.3 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,080

Median Home Value

$162,400

Median Rent

$900/mo

Population

46,005

College Educated

25.6%

Homeownership

56.9%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

32.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
EUGENE ELEM. Eugene, MO 8.7
JAMES E. FREER ELEM. Barnhart, MO 8.7
LAMAR ELEM. Lamar, MO 8.7
MRH ELEMENTARY Richmond Heights, MO 8.7
RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton, MO 8.7
RAYMOND NANCY HODGE ELEM. Imperial, MO 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bingham Elem.

What grades does Bingham Elem. serve?

Bingham Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bingham Elem.?

Bingham Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bingham Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Bingham Elem. is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bingham Elem. rank in MO?

Bingham Elem. ranks #109 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Bingham Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Bingham Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Bingham Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bingham Elem. has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bingham Elem. a charter school?

No, Bingham Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bingham Elem. a Title I school?

No, Bingham Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bingham Elem.?

77.7% of students at Bingham Elem. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Greene County

District

SPRINGFIELD R-XII
District Enrollment
24,267
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,461
District Rank
#3 of 53

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