DELAVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Delavan Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Delavan CUSD 703 school district, located in Delavan, IL with about 252 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 23 teachers, Delavan Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Delavan Elementary School, located at 907 Locust Street in Delavan, Illinois, serves as a central pillar of the local community, providing educational programming for students in the early stages of their academic careers. As part of the Delavan Community Unit School District #703, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and structured learning environment that emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and social development. By focusing on a small-town atmosphere, the school strives to maintain strong partnerships between educators, students, and parents to ensure that each child receives individualized attention.

The school is committed to preparing students for future success through a curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with extracurricular opportunities. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Delavan Elementary prioritizes character development and community involvement, helping students transition effectively into the middle school level. With its convenient location in the heart of Delavan, the school remains a focal point for families, reflecting the values and educational goals of the surrounding Tazewell County community.

For more information, contact Delavan Elementary School at (309) 244-9872 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.