OAKLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Oakland Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bloomington SD 87 school district, located in Bloomington, IL with about 486 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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 29 teachers, Oakland Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Oakland Elementary School, located in Bloomington, Illinois, is part of the Bloomington Public Schools District 87. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The faculty and staff are dedicated to meeting the individual needs of their students through a curriculum designed to build foundational skills in core subjects while encouraging curiosity and critical thinking.

Beyond academics, Oakland Elementary is known for its strong emphasis on community and parental involvement, which plays a central role in the school’s culture. The campus works to provide a variety of resources and extracurricular opportunities that help students engage with their peers and the broader local community. By prioritizing a collaborative atmosphere, the school strives to prepare its students not only for success in their future schooling but also to become responsible and active members of society.

For more information, contact Oakland Elementary School at (309) 662-4302 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.