HUFFMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Huffman 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 320 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, Huffman Elem 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.

Huffman Elementary School, located at 600 Saint Robert Drive in Cahokia, Illinois, is a public educational institution serving students in the Cahokia School District 187. As part of a community-focused district, the school is dedicated to providing foundational academic instruction to young learners, typically spanning kindergarten through the elementary grade levels. The school serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, emphasizing the development of basic literacy, numeracy, and social skills necessary for student progression.

Like many schools in the Cahokia area, Huffman Elementary works to address the diverse needs of its student population by fostering an environment centered on equity and academic growth. The facility is situated within a residential area of Cahokia, allowing for a close connection between the faculty, families, and the surrounding community. Through its curriculum and extracurricular efforts, the school aims to support the educational journey of its students while preparing them for the transition to middle school and beyond within the district.

For more information, contact Huffman Elem School at (618) 332-3720 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.