PIERCE DOWNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pierce Downer Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Downers Grove GSD 58 school district, located in Downers Grove, IL with about 363 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 18 teachers, Pierce Downer Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Pierce Downer Elementary School, located in Downers Grove, Illinois, is a highly regarded public school serving students in kindergarten through sixth grade. Part of Downers Grove Grade School District 58, the school is known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, a supportive learning environment, and a focus on fostering the "whole child." Its central location on Grant Street serves as a focal point for the surrounding residential community, encouraging active parental involvement and a close-knit neighborhood atmosphere.

The school prides itself on a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while integrating technology and creative enrichment programs. Beyond the classroom, Pierce Downer is recognized for its inclusive culture and dedication to social-emotional learning, helping students develop both character and leadership skills. With a long-standing reputation for high student achievement and dedicated faculty, Pierce Downer remains a cornerstone of the Downers Grove community, consistently working to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Pierce Downer Elem School at (630) 719-5860 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1436 Grant St
Downers Grove, IL 60515-2714
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PIERCE DOWNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Downers Grove, IL with about 363 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
363
Teachers:
18.9
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 363 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PIERCE DOWNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.

White
87.3%
Two or more races
3.9%
Asian
3.9%
Hispanic/Latino
3.3%
Black or African American
1.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
52.3%
Male
47.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.