ELLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ellis Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harmony Emge SD 175 school district, located in Belleville, IL with about 382 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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 21 teachers, Ellis Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Ellis Elementary School, located at 250 Illini Dr in Belleville, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Belleville School District 118. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. By integrating a standard core curriculum with various extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for successful transitions to middle school and beyond.

As a community-focused school, Ellis Elementary places a strong emphasis on collaboration between teachers, staff, and families to ensure student success. The facility acts as a neighborhood hub, utilizing modern instructional strategies to meet the evolving needs of its learners. With a commitment to inclusivity and excellence, the school works to cultivate a sense of belonging while encouraging students to achieve their personal best in a safe and structured setting.

For more information, contact Ellis Elem School at (618) 538-6114 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.