BALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ball Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ball Chatham CUSD 5 school district, located in Chatham, IL with about 653 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 32 teachers, Ball Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Ball Elementary School, located at 1015 New City Rd in Chatham, Illinois, serves as a primary educational institution within the Ball-Chatham Community Unit School District 5. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the early stages of their academic journey. Known for its strong focus on foundational skills, the school emphasizes a curriculum that blends rigorous core instruction with social-emotional development, aiming to prepare young learners for their transition into intermediate and middle school levels.

The community surrounding Ball Elementary is characterized by a strong emphasis on family involvement and a collaborative partnership between educators and parents. The school benefits from being part of a district that prioritizes innovation and student-centered growth, providing students with access to modern educational resources and extracurricular opportunities. With its commitment to academic excellence and a nurturing campus culture, Ball Elementary remains a cornerstone of the Chatham area, focusing on building a positive educational foundation for every child who passes through its doors.

For more information, contact Ball Elementary School at (217) 483-2414 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.