HERRIN C U S D 4 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Herrin C U S D 4 Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Herrin CUSD 4 school district, located in Herrin, IL with about 722 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 5th 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 43 teachers, Herrin C U S D 4 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.

Herrin Community Unit School District 4 (CUSD 4) operates a centralized elementary education system located at 5200 Herrin Rd in Herrin, Illinois. Serving the local community in Williamson County, the district is structured to provide foundational academic instruction to students in the primary grades before they transition to the district's middle and high school levels. The facility acts as a hub for early childhood and elementary development, focusing on core curriculum standards while fostering a supportive learning environment for local families.

As part of the Herrin CUSD 4 system, the elementary school is dedicated to preparing students for future academic success by emphasizing literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth. The district places a strong focus on community involvement and resource accessibility, ensuring that students have access to necessary educational support. By maintaining a localized campus, the school aims to create a cohesive school culture that serves the specific needs of the Herrin population, helping to bridge the gap between early childhood education and the district’s broader secondary education goals.

For more information, contact Herrin C U S D 4 Elem School at (618) 942-2744 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.