CARL SANDBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Carl Sandburg Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Charleston CUSD 1 school district, located in Charleston, IL with about 516 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 3rd 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 34 teachers, Carl Sandburg 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.

Carl Sandburg Elementary School, located at 1924 Reynolds Dr. in Charleston, Illinois, is a public school serving students in the Charleston Community Unit School District 1. As a foundational part of the local educational landscape, the school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for young children. It emphasizes core academic development while encouraging social and emotional growth, aiming to provide students with the essential skills and foundational knowledge necessary to succeed in their future schooling.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Carl Sandburg Elementary is known for being an integral part of the Charleston community. The school focuses on building strong partnerships between educators, students, and families to create a cohesive school culture. With a commitment to meeting the diverse needs of its student body, the school utilizes a variety of teaching strategies and resources to ensure that every learner is engaged, challenged, and prepared for the next stages of their educational journey.

For more information, contact Carl Sandburg Elem School at (217) 639-4000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.