CENTRAL GRADE SCHOOL

Central Grade School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Effingham CUSD 40 school district, located in Effingham, IL with about 669 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 41 teachers, Central 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.

Central Grade School, located at 10421 N US Hwy 45 in Effingham, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Effingham Community Unit School District 40. As a primary school, it focuses on the academic and social development of younger students, typically covering the early elementary grade levels. The school is situated in a rural-to-suburban fringe setting just north of Effingham, providing a local community hub for families in the area.

The school is characterized by its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core subjects like literacy and mathematics while promoting character development. Like many schools in the Effingham district, Central Grade School benefits from the resources and collaborative structure of the larger school system, allowing for a structured curriculum and a variety of extracurricular opportunities. It remains a key point of focus for community engagement, providing a stable and foundational start for children as they progress through their formative educational years.

For more information, contact Central Grade School at (217) 540-1400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.