WANDA KENDALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wanda Kendall Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Iroquois County CUSD 9 school district, located in Watseka, IL with about 225 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 4th 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 15 teachers, Wanda Kendall Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Wanda Kendall Elementary School is a public school located in Watseka, Illinois, serving students in the Watseka Community Unit School District #9. The school is dedicated to providing a foundational education for children in the early grade levels, focusing on academic development, social-emotional growth, and preparing students for their transition to the middle school level within the district.

The school is known for being an integral part of the small-town Watseka community, where it emphasizes a supportive learning environment. Like many elementary schools in the region, Wanda Kendall focuses on core curriculum subjects while fostering a collaborative atmosphere between teachers, students, and parents to ensure student success. Its location on East Porter Avenue places it centrally within the community, making it a focal point for local educational activities and neighborhood engagement.

For more information, contact Wanda Kendall Elem School at (815) 432-4581 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.