EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Eisenhower Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jacksonville SD 117 school district, located in Jacksonville, IL with about 338 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 21 teachers, Eisenhower 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.

Eisenhower Elementary School, located on West Lafayette Avenue in Jacksonville, Illinois, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Jacksonville School District 117. As a public elementary school, it is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic skills, character development, and student engagement. The school typically serves students from kindergarten through the upper elementary grades, focusing on building a strong educational base while promoting social-emotional growth through structured classroom instruction and extracurricular opportunities.

The school is deeply integrated into the Jacksonville community, often working in partnership with parents and local organizations to support student success. By providing a blend of traditional curriculum and modern instructional practices, Eisenhower Elementary strives to meet the diverse needs of its student population. Its location in a residential area of Jacksonville makes it a focal point for neighborhood families, maintaining a standard of local pride and educational dedication that aligns with the broader goals of the Jacksonville public school system.

For more information, contact Eisenhower Elem School at (217) 245-5107 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.