HAMEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hamel Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Edwardsville CUSD 7 school district, located in Hamel, IL with about 108 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd 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 7 teachers, Hamel 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.

Hamel Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in Hamel, Illinois, serving students in the surrounding Madison County area. As part of the Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and a supportive community atmosphere. Its location in a quiet, tight-knit village allows the school to maintain a personalized learning environment where students often benefit from closer interaction with faculty and staff compared to larger, urban institutions.

The school generally serves students in the primary grade levels, focusing on building essential literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills. By leveraging the resources of the larger Edwardsville school district while maintaining its own distinct community identity, Hamel Elementary aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school within the district. The institution is recognized for being a central hub for local families, reflecting the values and collaborative spirit of the small-town community it serves.

For more information, contact Hamel Elementary School at (618) 692-7444 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.