WELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wells Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the East Moline SD 37 school district, located in East Moline, IL with about 420 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 27 teachers, Wells Elem 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.

Wells Elementary School, located at 490 Avenue of the Cities in East Moline, Illinois, serves as a primary educational institution within the East Moline School District 37. 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 and beyond. As part of a diverse school district, Wells Elementary places a strong emphasis on community involvement and inclusivity, striving to meet the unique needs of its student body through a balanced curriculum and dedicated teaching staff.

Beyond core academics, the school environment is designed to encourage student engagement and character development. The faculty and administration work collaboratively to ensure that the facility remains a safe and welcoming space for children in the East Moline area. By integrating modern educational practices with a focus on neighborhood connectivity, Wells Elementary School plays a vital role in the local community, aiming to provide each student with the resources and encouragement necessary to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Wells Elem School at (309) 796-1251 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

490 Ave of Cities
East Moline, IL 61244-4031
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WELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in East Moline, IL with about 420 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
East Moline SD 37
Total Students:
420
Teachers:
27.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th 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 420 students

Black or African American
40.7%
White
30.0%
Hispanic/Latino
13.8%
Asian
9.5%
Two or more races
5.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
50.7%
Male
49.3%

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.