CLAY CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Clay City Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clay City CUSD 10 school district, located in Clay City, IL with about 201 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 15 teachers, Clay City 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.

Clay City Elementary School, located in the small village of Clay City, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational hub for the local community. As part of the Clay City Community Unit School District 10, the school is dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and emotional growth of its students in a supportive, small-town environment. The facility functions as a primary resource for families in the area, emphasizing a curriculum designed to prepare young learners for future success through core subjects and foundational skills.

Because of its location in a tight-knit rural community, the school often benefits from strong parental involvement and a personalized approach to education. The institution strives to maintain a safe and nurturing atmosphere where students receive individual attention from dedicated staff. By prioritizing fundamental literacy and numeracy alongside character development, Clay City Elementary plays a vital role in upholding the educational standards of Clay County while remaining deeply rooted in the values of its surrounding community.

For more information, contact Clay City Elem School at (618) 676-1431 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.