LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Longfellow Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Marion CUSD 2 school district, located in Marion, IL with about 271 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 21 teachers, Longfellow 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.

Longfellow Elementary School, located at 1400 W. Hendrickson in Marion, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Marion Community Unit School District 2. As a primary school, it is dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and emotional development of its young students, typically serving children in the early elementary grades. The school is known for being an integral part of the local community, providing a structured learning environment that emphasizes core subjects like literacy and mathematics while promoting character development and school pride.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Longfellow Elementary focuses on creating an inclusive atmosphere where students can build strong interpersonal skills and foundational knowledge for their future educational journeys. The school benefits from its location within the Marion school system, which generally prioritizes technological integration and teacher collaboration to ensure students are prepared for middle school. By maintaining a supportive environment for both students and families, Longfellow plays a vital role in the early development of the children living in the Marion area.

For more information, contact Longfellow Elem School at (618) 993-3230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.