ELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Elm Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hinsdale CCSD 181 school district, located in Burr Ridge, IL with about 294 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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 23 teachers, Elm Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Elm Elementary School, located at 15W201 60th St in Burr Ridge, Illinois, is a highly-rated public school serving students in kindergarten through fifth grade. It is part of the Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181, a district widely recognized for its strong academic performance, rigorous curriculum, and commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. The school typically serves a suburban community, emphasizing a balance between academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the integration of modern instructional technology.

As part of District 181, Elm Elementary is frequently noted for its high standards and dedicated staff who focus on personalized learning to meet individual student needs. The school generally benefits from strong parent and community involvement, which supports a wide range of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs. Its location in Burr Ridge allows it to operate within a district that places a high value on preparing students for successful transitions into middle school and beyond, consistently maintaining a reputation as one of the top-performing elementary schools in the state.

For more information, contact Elm Elem School at (630) 861-4000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.