CROSBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Crosby Elem Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harvard CUSD 50 school district, located in Harvard, IL with about 806 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 54 teachers, Crosby Elem Sch 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.

Crosby Elementary School, located at 401 Hereley Drive in Harvard, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Harvard Community Unit School District 50. The school provides a supportive learning environment tailored to students in the primary grade levels. Its mission is centered on fostering academic growth, social development, and personal responsibility, ensuring that young learners build a strong base of knowledge as they transition through their early elementary years.

Beyond its core curriculum, Crosby Elementary is known for its commitment to community integration and student well-being. The school actively works to create an inclusive atmosphere where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive, often emphasizing small-group instruction and collaborative learning. By balancing standard educational benchmarks with social-emotional programming, Crosby Elementary aims to prepare its students not only for the next stage of their schooling but also to become engaged and productive members of the Harvard community.

For more information, contact Crosby Elem Sch at (815) 943-4022 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.