GRANTFORK UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Grantfork Upper Elementary Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Highland CUSD 5 school district, located in Highland, IL with about 58 students offering grade levels from 4th 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 4 teachers, Grantfork Upper Elementary 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.

Grantfork Upper Elementary School is a public school located in the small village of Grantfork, Illinois, serving students within the Highland Community Unit School District 5. As an "upper" elementary facility, the school typically serves students in the intermediate grade levels, focusing on the transition from foundational learning to more advanced elementary curriculum. The school is situated on North Mulberry Street in a quiet, rural-residential setting, which fosters a close-knit community atmosphere characteristic of the surrounding Madison County area.

Because it operates as part of the Highland district, the school benefits from the resources and organizational structure of a larger school system while maintaining the distinct identity of a neighborhood school. The educational approach generally emphasizes core academic standards, character development, and student engagement, preparing children for the eventual transition to middle school. For families in the Highland/Grantfork area, the school serves as a central hub for early academic development and community involvement.

For more information, contact Grantfork Upper Elementary Sch at (618) 675-2200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.