EAST SIDE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

East Side Intermediate School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harrisburg CUSD 3 school district, located in Harrisburg, IL with about 441 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th 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 31 teachers, East Side Intermediate 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.

East Side Intermediate School, located at 315 E. Church St. in Harrisburg, Illinois, serves as a key educational hub for students in the Harrisburg Community Unit School District 3. As an intermediate school, it typically bridges the gap between elementary and middle school years, focusing on the academic and social development of students in the upper elementary grades. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational literacy, mathematics, and personal growth, preparing students for the transition to the junior high level.

Beyond its core curriculum, East Side Intermediate plays an active role in the local Harrisburg community. The school environment is designed to encourage student engagement through various classroom activities and developmental programs. By maintaining a focus on both academic excellence and character building, the school strives to provide a stable and enriching foundation for its students, ensuring they have the tools necessary to succeed as they progress through the district’s educational pipeline.

For more information, contact East Side Intermediate School at (618) 253-7637 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.