EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

East Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Alton CUSD 11 school district, located in Alton, IL with about 467 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th 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 31 teachers, East 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.

East Elementary School, located at 1035 Washington Ave in Alton, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Alton Community Unit School District 11. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students, typically focusing on early childhood and primary education. Its location in a historic part of Alton places it at the heart of the community, where it emphasizes core academic development, social-emotional growth, and the cultivation of fundamental skills necessary for students' future academic success.

As part of the Alton school system, East Elementary generally reflects the district's broader commitment to inclusive education and community engagement. The school staff works to provide a structured curriculum that balances classroom instruction with efforts to build a positive school culture. By serving the local Alton population, the school plays a vital role in the neighborhood, acting as a collaborative space where teachers, families, and administrators work together to address the diverse needs of their students during their formative years.

For more information, contact East Elementary School at (618) 463-2130 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.