LIMESTONE WALTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Limestone Walters Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Limestone Walters CCSD 316 school district, located in Peoria, IL with about 196 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 12 teachers, Limestone Walters 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.

Limestone Walters Elementary School, located on the southwest side of Peoria, Illinois, is a small, rural-focused public school serving students in the surrounding community. Known for its close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere, the school typically provides a personalized educational experience that emphasizes strong relationships between teachers, students, and parents. Because of its smaller size compared to larger urban districts in Peoria County, the school often benefits from smaller class sizes and a focused, community-centric environment that prioritizes foundational learning and student engagement.

The school is part of a district that values local involvement and stability. Its location on West Smithville Road places it in a quiet, semi-rural setting, which helps foster a sense of security and focus for its young student body. While it provides the core academic curriculum expected of Illinois public schools, the culture at Limestone Walters is often defined by its dedication to traditional community values and supporting the individual academic and social-emotional growth of its students from kindergarten through the upper elementary grades.

For more information, contact Limestone Walters Elem School at (309) 697-3035 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.