SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Southwest Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Danville CCSD 118 school district, located in Danville, IL with about 544 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 28 teachers, Southwest Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Southwest Elementary School is a public educational institution located in Danville, Illinois, serving students within the Danville Community Consolidated School District 118. As a neighborhood school, it is committed to providing a foundational academic experience for children in the surrounding area, focusing on essential literacy, numeracy, and social development during their formative elementary years.

The school operates within the broader mission of the Danville district, which emphasizes preparing students for future academic success through a structured curriculum and supportive classroom environments. By focusing on core subject areas and fostering a collaborative school culture, Southwest Elementary plays a vital role in the local community, striving to meet the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining a focus on individual growth and student achievement.

For more information, contact Southwest Elem School at (217) 444-3500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.