SPRING GARDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Spring Garden Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Spring Garden CCSD 178 school district, located in Mount Vernon, IL with about 135 students offering grade levels from 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 9 teachers, Spring Garden Elementary 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.

Spring Garden Elementary School is a rural public school located in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Serving students in the primary grades, the school is part of the Spring Garden Community Consolidated School District 178. Because of its location in a small, close-knit community, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to education, aiming to foster a supportive environment where students can build foundational academic and social skills.

The school is characterized by its small-town setting, which allows for a close partnership between the faculty, staff, and local families. While it maintains a focus on core curriculum standards such as reading, mathematics, and science, Spring Garden Elementary prides itself on cultivating a nurturing atmosphere. By prioritizing small class sizes and individualized attention, the school strives to ensure that every student receives the guidance necessary to succeed as they transition through their early formative years.

For more information, contact Spring Garden Elementary School at (618) 244-8070 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.