SANGAMON VALLEY EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sangamon Valley East Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sangamon Valley CUSD 9 school district, located in Harristown, IL with about 177 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 13 teachers, Sangamon Valley East Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Sangamon Valley East Elementary School is located in the small village of Harristown, Illinois, and serves as a key educational facility within the Sangamon Valley School District 9. As part of a rural district, the school focuses on fostering a close-knit community environment where students from the surrounding area receive foundational instruction. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive academic atmosphere that prioritizes core curriculum development while encouraging social and emotional growth among its elementary-aged population.

The school functions as a central hub for families in the Harristown community, working in conjunction with the broader district to prepare students for their transition to upper-level education. By maintaining small class sizes and a localized approach to learning, Sangamon Valley East emphasizes personalized attention and active parental involvement. Through its commitment to traditional academic standards and community values, the school plays a vital role in the long-term development of students within the Sangamon Valley region.

For more information, contact Sangamon Valley East Elem School at (217) 963-2621 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.