PENNIMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Penniman Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cahokia CUSD 187 school district, located in Cahokia, IL with about 347 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 21 teachers, Penniman Elem 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.

Penniman Elementary School is located in Cahokia, Illinois, and serves as a foundational educational institution within the Cahokia Unit School District 187. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its elementary-age students. By providing a structured curriculum, the school aims to build essential literacy and numeracy skills while preparing children for their future academic endeavors in middle and high school.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Penniman Elementary emphasizes the importance of community involvement and student engagement. The school works to cultivate a supportive atmosphere where teachers and staff prioritize individualized attention to help students reach their potential. Located in a residential area of Cahokia, the school functions as a vital hub for neighborhood families, striving to create a safe, collaborative space that encourages a lifelong love of learning among its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Penniman Elem School at (618) 332-1915 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.