DR NICK OSBORNE PRIMARY CENTER

Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mount Vernon SD 80 school district, located in Mount Vernon, IL with about 657 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 38 teachers, Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Based on information regarding the Mount Vernon City School District 80, here is a summary of the Dr. Nick Osborne Primary Center:

Dr. Nick Osborne Primary Center serves as a foundational educational facility within the Mount Vernon City School District 80. Catering to the community’s youngest learners, the school is dedicated to providing early childhood education and primary grade instruction in a supportive environment. The center is focused on building strong academic and social-emotional foundations, ensuring that students develop the necessary skills to succeed as they transition into the higher elementary grade levels within the district.

The school emphasizes a structured learning environment that encourages curiosity and student engagement. By focusing on core curriculum areas and developmental milestones, Dr. Nick Osborne Primary Center works to foster a sense of community among students, staff, and families. Its location on N 30th St serves as a key hub for local families, helping to establish a positive trajectory for students at the very beginning of their academic journeys.

For more information, contact Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center at (618) 244-8068 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.