ANNAWAN GRADE SCHOOL

Annawan Grade School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Annawan CUSD 226 school district, located in Annawan, IL with about 250 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 18 teachers, Annawan Grade 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.

Annawan Grade School, located at 501 W South St in Annawan, Illinois, serves as the primary educational facility for younger students within the Annawan Community Unit School District 226. As a small-town institution, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a supportive and close-knit environment that prioritizes foundational academic development. By maintaining a smaller student body, the school is able to foster personalized attention and consistent communication between staff, parents, and students.

The curriculum at Annawan Grade School is designed to provide a comprehensive academic base while promoting character development and extracurricular involvement. Beyond core subjects like literacy and mathematics, the school focuses on creating a safe and engaging atmosphere that prepares students for the transition to middle and high school. As a central hub for the village of Annawan, the school reflects the values of its district, focusing on student achievement and preparing its pupils to become active, responsible members of the community.

For more information, contact Annawan Grade School at (309) 935-6623 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.