CLARENCE E CULVER SCHOOL

Clarence E Culver School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Niles ESD 71 school district, located in Niles, IL with about 587 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 53 teachers, Clarence E Culver School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Clarence E. Culver School, located in Niles, Illinois, serves as a central hub for the Niles Elementary School District 71. As a single-school district, Culver is unique in that it houses students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade under one roof. This configuration fosters a close-knit, community-oriented environment where students remain within the same educational ecosystem throughout their entire primary and middle school years, allowing for strong continuity in academic and social development.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and student well-being. With a diverse student body and a dedicated faculty, Culver emphasizes a holistic approach to education, balancing rigorous core curricula with extracurricular opportunities that encourage personal growth. The school prides itself on its strong partnership between educators, parents, and the broader Niles community, striving to create an inclusive, supportive, and modern learning environment that prepares students for the transition to high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Clarence E Culver School at (847) 470-3407 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.