COLEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Coleman Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SD U-46 school district, located in Elgin, IL with about 726 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 33 teachers, Coleman Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Coleman Elementary School, located at 1220 Dundee Ave in Elgin, Illinois, serves as a foundational academic institution within School District U-46, the second-largest school district in the state. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both core academic development and the social-emotional growth of its diverse student body. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with Illinois state standards, Coleman Elementary focuses on building strong literacy and numeracy skills while encouraging students to become active participants in their educational journey.

Beyond the classroom, Coleman Elementary is recognized for its commitment to community engagement and school spirit. The school benefits from a dedicated faculty and staff who work collaboratively to address the unique needs of their students, often integrating technology and modern instructional strategies to enhance the learning experience. As part of the vibrant Elgin community, the school strives to create a welcoming atmosphere where families are encouraged to partner in the success of their children, ensuring that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to prepare for future academic challenges.

For more information, contact Coleman Elem School at (847) 888-5190 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1220 Dundee Ave
Elgin, IL 60120-2214
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COLEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Elgin, IL with about 726 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
SD U-46
Total Students:
726
Teachers:
33.33
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide 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 726 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending COLEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 80% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
80.0%
White
7.4%
Black or African American
5.5%
Two or more races
3.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.3%
Asian
1.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
52.6%
Male
47.4%

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.