OKAW VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Okaw Valley Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Okaw Valley CUSD 302 school district, located in Bethany, IL with about 191 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 15 teachers, Okaw Valley Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Okaw Valley Elementary School is a public primary educational institution located in Bethany, Illinois. Serving as a central part of the Okaw Valley Community Unit School District 302, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for students in the early stages of their academic careers. The school focuses on building a strong foundation in core subjects while encouraging the social and emotional development necessary for lifelong success.

As a small-town school, Okaw Valley Elementary emphasizes a close-knit community atmosphere where students, staff, and parents collaborate to enhance the educational experience. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while providing students with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities and community-focused initiatives. By balancing academic rigor with a nurturing approach, the school strives to prepare its young learners to transition successfully into the district’s middle and high school programs.

For more information, contact Okaw Valley Elementary School at (217) 665-3541 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.