ALBION GRADE SCHOOL

Albion Grade School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Edwards County CUSD 1 school district, located in Albion, IL with about 464 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 29 teachers, Albion Grade 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.

Albion Grade School, located at 361 W Main St in Albion, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As part of the Edwards County Community Unit School District #1, the school provides academic instruction for students in the primary grade levels, focusing on building essential literacy, numeracy, and social skills in a supportive, small-town environment.

The school functions as a hub for the community, emphasizing a standard elementary curriculum while fostering a close-knit culture characteristic of rural Illinois school districts. By prioritizing student development and community engagement, Albion Grade School plays a vital role in preparing its young learners for their transition to middle school and beyond within the Edwards County educational system.

For more information, contact Albion Grade School at (618) 445-2327 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.