MUFFLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Muffley Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Decatur SD 61 school district, located in Decatur, IL with about 393 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 24 teachers, Muffley Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Muffley Elementary School, located at 88 S. Country Club Rd in Decatur, Illinois, is a public school serving students in the Decatur Public School District 61. The school is situated in a well-established area of Decatur and plays a central role in the local community by providing foundational education to elementary-aged children. It focuses on core academic subjects—such as reading, mathematics, and science—while striving to create a supportive learning environment that encourages student growth and social-emotional development.

Like many schools within the Decatur district, Muffley Elementary is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its student population through structured classroom instruction and extracurricular engagement. The school emphasizes building strong relationships between teachers, students, and families to foster a sense of community. By prioritizing both academic achievement and the well-being of its students, Muffley aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Muffley Elem School at (217) 362-3341 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.