EASTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Eastland Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Eastland CUSD 308 school district, located in Shannon, IL with about 348 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Eastland Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Eastland Elementary School, located at 601 S. Chestnut St. in Shannon, Illinois, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Eastland Community Unit School District 308. As a community-focused school, it provides primary education for students in the surrounding area, emphasizing a supportive environment designed to foster early childhood development and essential academic growth. The school is known for its small-town setting, which allows for a close-knit atmosphere where staff and families can collaborate to meet the diverse needs of their students.

Beyond core curriculum offerings, Eastland Elementary focuses on building a strong educational base by balancing academic rigor with social-emotional learning. The school is part of a district that prides itself on community involvement and preparing students for the transition to the middle and high school levels. By maintaining a focus on individual student success and utilizing the resources of the Shannon community, the school aims to create an engaging, safe, and nurturing environment for its youngest learners.

For more information, contact Eastland Elementary School at (815) 864-2300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.