MT ZION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mt Zion Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mt Zion CUSD 3 school district, located in Mount Zion, IL with about 359 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 3rd 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 20 teachers, Mt Zion Elem School 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.

Mt. Zion Elementary School, located at 725 W. Main St. in Mount Zion, Illinois, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Mt. Zion Community Unit School District #3. Catering to students in the early stages of their education, the school is known for fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. The curriculum is designed to balance core academic subjects—such as literacy, mathematics, and science—with social-emotional development, aiming to prepare young students for future success as they transition through the district’s grade levels.

The school is a central part of the close-knit Mount Zion community, benefiting from strong local involvement and a dedicated teaching staff focused on student-centered instruction. With an emphasis on building a solid educational base, Mt. Zion Elementary utilizes modern teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student body. By promoting a culture of collaboration and inclusivity, the school strives to create a safe, welcoming atmosphere where children can grow, develop critical thinking skills, and cultivate a lifelong love for learning.

For more information, contact Mt Zion Elem School at (217) 864-3631 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.