IDEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ideal Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the La Grange SD 105 South school district, located in Countryside, IL with about 272 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 26 teachers, Ideal Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Ideal Elementary School, located at 9901 W 58th St in Countryside, Illinois, serves as a core educational institution within the Pleasantdale School District 107. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing a foundational academic experience for students in the surrounding community, emphasizing a supportive learning environment that promotes both intellectual growth and social development. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to high academic standards and its dedication to fostering a collaborative partnership between educators, students, and parents.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Ideal Elementary is known for its active school culture and community-oriented atmosphere. The facility serves as a central hub for the Countryside neighborhood, often hosting programs and activities that encourage student engagement outside of the classroom. By prioritizing a well-rounded approach to education, the school aims to prepare its young students for their future transitions to middle school and beyond, maintaining a reputation for being a stable and nurturing environment for children in their formative years.

For more information, contact Ideal Elem School at (708) 482-2750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9901 W 58th St
Countryside, IL 60525-5122
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IDEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Countryside, IL with about 272 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
272
Teachers:
26.95
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 272 students

Hispanic/Latino
64.0%
White
25.7%
Black or African American
4.8%
Two or more races
3.3%
Asian
2.2%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.