GILSON BROWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Gilson Brown Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Alton CUSD 11 school district, located in Godfrey, IL with about 235 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 1st 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 16 teachers, Gilson Brown Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Gilson Brown Elementary School, located in Godfrey, Illinois, is part of the Alton Community Unit School District 11. Serving students in the early stages of their academic journey, the school is recognized for fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes foundational learning. The faculty and staff are dedicated to student growth, emphasizing not only academic achievement in core subjects like literacy and mathematics but also the development of essential social and emotional skills necessary for lifelong success.

The school is deeply integrated into the Godfrey community, benefiting from a collaborative relationship between parents, educators, and local stakeholders. Gilson Brown maintains a focus on providing a well-rounded educational experience through diverse classroom activities, character-building programs, and a commitment to meeting the individual needs of its student body. By creating a welcoming school culture, Gilson Brown Elementary serves as a vital cornerstone for families in the region, preparing children to transition successfully into the later stages of the Alton district's educational pipeline.

For more information, contact Gilson Brown Elem School at (618) 463-2175 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.