DAVENPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Davenport Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Eureka CUD 140 school district, located in Eureka, IL with about 421 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 30 teachers, Davenport Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Davenport Elementary School, located at 301 S Main St in Eureka, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Eureka Community Unit School District #140. As a primary school, it is dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and emotional development of its young students, typically serving children in the early elementary grades. The school is known for being an integral part of the small-town fabric of Eureka, benefiting from a supportive community environment that prioritizes student engagement and collaborative learning.

Academically, Davenport Elementary focuses on building core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and science while emphasizing character development and positive behavior. The school utilizes a student-centered approach to instruction, aiming to create an inclusive environment where children feel encouraged to explore their interests. By maintaining a strong partnership between educators, families, and the wider Eureka community, Davenport Elementary strives to provide a stable, nurturing foundation that prepares students for success as they transition into the middle and high school levels of the district.

For more information, contact Davenport Elem School at (309) 467-3012 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.