FARRINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Farrington Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Farrington CCSD 99 school district, located in Bluford, IL with about 49 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 5 teachers, Farrington Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Farrington Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in Bluford, Illinois, serving students in grades K-8. As part of the Farrington Community Consolidated School District 99, the school provides a close-knit educational environment that emphasizes individualized attention and a strong sense of community. Its rural setting allows for a unique academic experience that prioritizes foundational learning and close collaboration between students, faculty, and local families.

Despite its modest size, the school is dedicated to preparing its students for success in higher grade levels through a traditional curriculum. The school serves as a central hub for the small community it resides in, reflecting the values of a small-town school district where personal growth and character development are treated as key components of the overall educational experience.

For more information, contact Farrington Elem School at (618) 755-4414 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.