CHESTER-EAST LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Chester-East Lincoln Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Chester-East Lincoln CCSD 61 school district, located in Lincoln, IL with about 288 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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, Chester-East Lincoln Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Chester-East Lincoln Elementary School is a public school located in Lincoln, Illinois, serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As the primary educational facility for the Chester-East Lincoln Community Consolidated School District 61, the school is situated in a rural setting that emphasizes a close-knit, community-focused learning environment. The school is committed to fostering academic growth and personal development by providing a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school.

The school prides itself on its dedicated faculty and staff who work to provide individualized attention to their student body. By maintaining smaller class sizes typical of a rural district, Chester-East Lincoln focuses on core academic subjects while encouraging extracurricular participation to build well-rounded students. The facility at 1300 1500th St serves as a central hub for the district, reflecting the community’s ongoing investment in local education and the long-term success of its students.

For more information, contact Chester-East Lincoln Elem School at (217) 732-4136 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.