COLONA GRADE SCHOOL

Colona Grade School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Colona SD 190 school district, located in Colona, IL with about 464 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 30 teachers, Colona Grade 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.

Colona Grade School, located at 700 1st St in Colona, Illinois, serves as the primary educational hub for the local community’s younger students. As part of the Colona School District 190, the institution is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional growth. The school typically serves students from early childhood through eighth grade, acting as a foundational setting where children develop essential literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills before transitioning to high school.

Beyond its core curriculum, Colona Grade School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and a supportive school culture. The school maintains a focus on preparing students for future success by integrating technology and modern pedagogical practices into the classroom. With a commitment to maintaining small-town values while striving for high educational standards, the school serves as a central pillar for families in the Colona area, working to ensure that every student has access to the resources necessary for their personal and academic development.

For more information, contact Colona Grade School at (309) 792-1232 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.