CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Central Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lewistown CUSD 97 school district, located in Lewistown, IL with about 368 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 24 teachers, Central Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Central Elementary School, located at 15501 E Avenue L in Lewistown, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Lewistown Community Unit School District #97. As a primary school, it focuses on the essential academic and social development of students in their early formative years, fostering a supportive environment designed to build core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and science. The school is situated in a rural, close-knit community, which typically allows for a dedicated focus on personalized attention and a strong partnership between faculty, parents, and local residents.

The institution is committed to preparing its students for success as they transition into the upper grades of the district. Beyond its core curriculum, the school emphasizes the importance of community values and character development, aiming to create a welcoming atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and emotionally. By leveraging its role within the Lewistown district, Central Elementary provides a structured, stable, and community-oriented learning experience that serves as the bedrock for its students' long-term educational journeys.

For more information, contact Central Elem School at (309) 547-2231 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.