POPLAR GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Poplar Grove Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the North Boone CUSD 200 school district, located in Poplar Grove, IL with about 275 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 24 teachers, Poplar Grove Elem 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.

Poplar Grove Elementary School, located at 208 N State St in Poplar Grove, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the North Boone Community School District 200. Situated in a small-town, rural-suburban setting, the school focuses on providing a supportive learning environment for students in the primary grades. It is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing core academic development while fostering social-emotional growth to prepare its students for the transition to middle school.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student-centered learning and community engagement. As part of the North Boone district, Poplar Grove Elementary works to maintain small class sizes and a collaborative atmosphere where staff, parents, and community members work together to meet diverse educational needs. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards and focusing on early literacy and numeracy, the school aims to build a strong academic foundation for all its students within a safe and nurturing environment.

For more information, contact Poplar Grove Elem School at (815) 765-3113 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.