MICHAEL E BAUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Michael E Baum 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 320 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 19 teachers, Michael E Baum 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.

Michael E. Baum Elementary School, located at 801 S. Lake Ridge Ave in Decatur, Illinois, serves as a neighborhood educational hub within the Decatur Public School District 61. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on foundational academic development, social-emotional growth, and preparing students for success in their middle school years. By prioritizing a structured curriculum, the school aims to meet the diverse needs of its student body while encouraging active participation in the local community.

In addition to its academic mission, Michael E. Baum Elementary emphasizes the importance of community engagement and parent-teacher partnerships to enhance the overall educational experience. The school utilizes its facilities to provide a safe and nurturing atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and positive character traits. Through various extracurricular activities and collaborative initiatives, the school strives to create an inclusive environment that prepares its students to become productive, engaged citizens.

For more information, contact Michael E Baum Elem School at (217) 362-3521 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.