DONGOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dongola Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Dongola USD 66 school district, located in Dongola, IL with about 139 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 9 teachers, Dongola Elementary 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.

Dongola Elementary School is a small, public school located in the village of Dongola, Illinois, serving the educational needs of students within the Dongola School District (Unit School District 66). As a vital part of its tight-knit rural community, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to education, leveraging its small size to foster strong relationships between students, dedicated faculty, and local families. The institution is committed to providing a foundational academic curriculum that prepares its elementary-age learners for future success as they transition into the middle and high school levels.

Beyond core academic instruction, Dongola Elementary School functions as a focal point for community engagement and student development in Union County. The school strives to maintain a supportive learning environment that promotes both character growth and academic achievement. By maintaining close ties with the surrounding area, the school works to ensure that its students receive the individual attention necessary to thrive, reflecting a long-standing commitment to education within the Dongola community.

For more information, contact Dongola Elementary School at (618) 827-3524 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.