EUNICE SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Eunice Smith Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Alton CUSD 11 school district, located in Alton, IL with about 198 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd 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 19 teachers, Eunice Smith Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Eunice Smith Elementary School is a public school located in Alton, Illinois, serving students in the Alton Community Unit School District 11. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while encouraging social and emotional development. It serves a diverse student population, aiming to provide equitable access to education through a structured curriculum that prepares children for the transition to middle school.

The school is known for being an integral part of the Alton community, often focusing on parental involvement and community engagement to enhance the student experience. Beyond core academic subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science, Eunice Smith Elementary typically incorporates programs designed to promote character development and inclusivity. By maintaining a focus on individual student growth and collaborative learning, the school strives to create a safe and nurturing space where young learners can build the confidence necessary for long-term academic success.

For more information, contact Eunice Smith Elem School at (618) 463-2077 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2400 Henry St
Alton, IL 62002-4446
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EUNICE SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Alton, IL with about 198 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Alton CUSD 11
Total Students:
198
Teachers:
19
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 198 students

White
47.5%
Black or African American
39.4%
Two or more races
8.1%
Hispanic/Latino
4.0%
Asian
1.0%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.