EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Emerson Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Elmhurst SD 205 school district, located in Elmhurst, IL with about 443 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 32 teachers, Emerson Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Emerson Elementary School, located at 400 N. West Ave in Elmhurst, Illinois, serves as a prominent educational institution within Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205. The school is known for fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and character development. By prioritizing a well-rounded curriculum, Emerson strives to prepare its diverse student body for middle school and beyond, while maintaining strong connections with the local Elmhurst community.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Emerson Elementary is recognized for its dedicated faculty and active parent involvement. The school community emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and social-emotional learning, aiming to create a welcoming atmosphere where every student feels valued. With a commitment to innovation and modern teaching practices, the school provides various extracurricular opportunities and resources designed to engage students’ interests and promote a lifelong love for learning.

For more information, contact Emerson Elem School at (630) 834-5562 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

400 N West Ave
Elmhurst, IL 60126-2128
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EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Elmhurst, IL with about 443 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Elmhurst SD 205
Total Students:
443
Teachers:
32.45
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th 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 443 students

White
68.4%
Hispanic/Latino
14.4%
Asian
9.5%
Two or more races
5.9%
Black or African American
1.8%

Female
46.7%
Male
53.3%

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.