HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Holmes Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harvey SD 152 school district, located in Harvey, IL with about 339 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 20 teachers, Holmes Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Holmes Elementary School, located at 16000 Carse Avenue in Harvey, Illinois, is a public school serving students within the Harvey School District 152. As a foundational part of the local community, the school focuses on providing core academic instruction to young learners in the elementary grades, aiming to foster both intellectual growth and social development in a structured classroom environment.

The school is situated in an urban setting and serves a diverse student population, working to meet the specific educational needs of the Harvey community. Like other schools in the district, Holmes Elementary emphasizes the importance of foundational literacy and numeracy, while striving to create a safe, supportive space that encourages student engagement and prepares children for their transition to middle school.

For more information, contact Holmes Elem School at (708) 333-0440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.